Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park in the beautiful Texas Hill Country offers families a unique chance to step into presidential history. Kids can explore LBJ's boyhood home, the Texas White House ranch, and learn about the 36th president's life through engaging exhibits and ranch activities.
Junior Ranger Program at Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park
The Junior Ranger program combines history lessons with fun activities as kids complete a workbook featuring puzzles about LBJ's presidency and ranch life. Young historians can participate in ranger-led programs, explore the reconstructed birthplace, and even take a bus tour of the LBJ Ranch to see where important political decisions were made.
- Tour the actual Texas White House where LBJ hosted world leaders
- See longhorn cattle and other ranch animals up close
- Complete hands-on activities about 1960s history and the Great Society
Planning Your Visit
Van Life Tip: Park at the LBJ State Park across the river for full hookups and easy walking access to the historical park visitor center.
Plan Your Stay
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