This is, of course, a love affair with LBJ, but there was a lot to love. A truly great man, and this is an homage to him.But even if you dont like LBJ, the historical artifacts are mind-boggling.So many original documents and items, that it is really an education. Like many museums, if you really want to read everything, it would take you an entire day. But you really want to budget between 2 and 3 hours. It closes at 5 p.m. and they chase you out of there right at 5. We got there at 4 and didnt really get a chance to explore the top floor at all. We just had an opportunity to run through it. That floor is devoted to their life in the White House.You will especially enjoy it if you lived during this era, as it brings back so many memories. It is really beautifully done, and a must-see for a stay in Austin.

Loved this place! We spent quite a bit of time at the LBJ Presidential Library one day last October. The staff is super helpful and theres so much to take in. Im hooked following their page on Facebook now. The visit inspired us to visit the JFK Presidential Library in Boston the next month; FDRs is on our list for the next time were in New York state. The only negative was that the Lady Bird exhibit was closed due to unfortunate water damage.

Like many presidents, he is not buried here but besides that it is a great interesting museum. Also he is one of the best democrats!

On the outside an austere and somewhat forbidding structure, on the inside polished, grandiose, informative and here and there even playful. Indeed maybe a bit like LBJ himself. Popular items are the animatronic recreation of a humorous LBJ, the presidential limousine, the replica of the Oval Office in his days, and of course the exhibition about his wife, responsible for the many flowers along Texas highways. Overall very much worth while of your visit, even for a non-American.

Architecture of the building is amazing. Inside has a great atmosphere, as it is a large open atrium at one point. My favorite idea of the museum is that it relates bills signed into law into how they affect current everyday life. They could provide more detail, but it is something Ive not seen in other Presidential museums. The oval office is neat, and NASA is a personal favorite of mine, so it was awesome seeing a moon rock, and learning that LBJ sponsored the legislation in the Senate and President Eisenhower signed the law creating NASA. This is one of the better Presidential museums!

This was the first time Ive been to a presidential library, and it was such an amazing experience. They did such a great job showing the accomplishments of LBJ and made it a fun learning experience along the way. The library also had a Motown event which had clips, fashion, and activities from the era. Highly recommend checking out the LBJ library!

The LBJ Library is a thoughtfully engaging museum incorporating not only the incredible accomplishments of President Johnson and Lady Bird, but the state of the world during the 1960s. From 5,000 hours of phone conversations to 45 million pages of historic documents, this museum gives in depth insight into the presidency of Lyndon B Johnson, as a president, family man, and social worker. There are plenty of interactive exhibits, videos, letters, and photos to keep you entertained throughout the three floors of the museum, finishing with the Oval office replica on the 10th floor.

Located on the University of Texas at Austin campus, the LBJ Presidential Library is an educational and visually interesting experience showcasing the life and times of Lyndon B. and Lady Bird Johnson. The features and exhibitions include interactive elements with historical and cultural artifacts including White House telephone conversations and legislation from the 1960s era. Also, Lady Bird Johnsons environmental efforts.Ample and accessible parking is very near the LBJ Library campus entrance.

I could not expect that this museum would be so much fun! My 14 y old daughter who does not ever stick to any single display in museums - would not miss any single one here! Very well done! I can’t phrase enough with gratitude the team of architects, designers, creative and historic fact team, writers of all the displays, technical team who made it so up to high tech and interactive, interesting, engaging, patriotic and just plain awesome! MUST VISIT in Austin! Make sure to visit the gift shop too.

Summary: Fun and educational. The staff is great..Parking is limited later in the afternoon.Details: this is my first presidential library and I have to say that as a history buff, I could have spent all day here. Exhibits are very neatly organized and easy to understand. The building itself is great architecture.We took our 17 mo old and the place is stroller friendly though the little guy was tired of it after about an hour.

I love visiting presidential libraries! Located on the UT campus, the museum is very well done, lots to see and it a great way to spend the day learning while visiting the Austin area. Very educational!

Texan History, what’s not to love. Very eye opening and an amazing experience. The staff and officers were very sweet and knowledgeable.

As a local, this is one of the first places we take guests when they come to visit Austin for the first time. It is incredibly informative and one can spend hours here learning about anything surrounding the years of the LBJ presidency.The exhibits are wonderful, the staff is helpful and friendly, and the building is stunning.

This is one of the best Presidential Libraries in the country. The unique, stark architecture of the building is fascinating and the exhibits are top-notch. We also enjoyed the special Motown exhibit. Highly recommended!

I came to see the Motown exhibit, which was absolutely fantastic. While I cannot expect to speak to the museum overall, as a Longhorn who never visited the library while a student, I was impressed with the layout. I did not realize that the library contains four floors of historical archives for research. A presidential limousine that LBJ used is on display when you first walk in.

An amazing presidential library with interactive displays, 180 theater and archives. A great experience for all ages. The information desk made us feel welcomed, informed and able to navigate the museum while not missing a beat!

Ive been to a number of presidential libraries, but the LBJ one ranks in the top-5.The main exhibits paint a fascinating picture of a single-term president who impacted the course of America more than most who serve for 8 years. The library doesnt gloss over LBJs vulnerability or his flaws, and it makes for a very human experience.The current temporary Motown exhibit is interesting, but pales in comparison to something like the blues museum in St. Louis.

While theyve done a very good job or telling LBJs story, the museum is tired looking. You can tell its been up for a long time and needs modernization. I was a teenager when LBJ was president so I wasnt glued to politics, so it was very helpful to see his accomplishments. They also do a nice job of reviewing Lady Birds accomplishments as well. Caution the Library is hard to find behind the administration buildings.

This was a very enjoyable library, worth the time if youre looking for something to do.

This is a cool place to visit if you’re in the area. You can know a lot or a little about LBJ and still enjoy yourself. It was especially relevant for me since I’ve been reading the Robert A. Caro biography!

This was my second Presidential Library visit. Great audio content! So many recorded phone calls with LBJ. I loved that. I wish there was more about Lady Bird and LBJ’s early years (similar time the GHWB Library). But they currently have the Lady Bird exhibit portion on the 10th floor closed off due to water damage. Still delightful.

Beautiful resume to visit while in Austin. Admissions is 10$, but they do have special prices for veterans, students..etc. Three floors to see and interact with, which might not sound like a lot, but I needed around 3 hours to get through it all. (*I personally LOVE history & LBJ) Videos to watch, and nicely detailed. They also had a Motown pop-up while I visited, which was great too!

This amazing library is wonderful. Can’t wait to make another visit soon!

A must for those who remember the 60s, although all of LBJs life is represented. This was a complex man, despite his aura of unflappable stability. Many items displayed from familial, state capitol and White House stock. Ease of layout means free-flowing viewing without a need to double-back or divert direction erratically.. The museums planners deserve an A for effort and accomplishment. A must see in Austin.

This is an awesome experience to learn about what I consider to be an under-appreciated President and an must-see if you’re visiting the Austin area. The main atrium is beautiful and powerful, while the observation level is both a peek into the past and an incredible view of current Austin. Fun time!

The LBJ Library is a great experience. Seeing all the presidents papers as you go up the grans staircase is inspiring. The exhibits are rotated frequently enough so it doesnt get stale. If you are a total wonk, make an appointment to go through the archives. When done enjoy the great lawn outside the library and maybe take a stroll on campus.

Great learning experience and well put together exhibits. Enjoy all the little things this place has to offer.

My 60s era President. Introduced a passed monumental legislation. Got the job done. Vietnam did him in though. He was truly a force of nature. Museum is very well done..

One of the very few places in Austin wort visiting. Hope they allowed visitor access to the exclusive LBJ library area. Also not having any eatery around makes it little difficult if you have kids along.

Visiting this Presidential Library was a real flashback to the 60s. Looking at his presidency more than 50 years down the road, it amazed us how many issues he was dealing with all at the same time. It was really interesting in todays political turmoil, that LBJ worked both sides of the isle and sought concil from Eisenhower and Truman. If this review was helpful to you, please give it a like.

Not a fan of LBJ but if you get the chance visit his library. It never hurts to learn a little. The Vietnam War section was something to see.

A must visit place when in Austin Tx. Plenty of parking and close to the interstate. Unique experience.

Great info on LBJ and they offer Active military in free and veterans a discount. The archives were very cool. A must if you like history or just want to check out a cool bldg.

This is a well put together museum complete with audio recordings, personal furniture, clothing and gifts from all over the world, video presentations and perspective of what was going on in the culture during LBJs administration. Its a well kept building with helpful staff and a cute gift shop. They offer discounts for veterans, and active duty is free!

The LBJ Presidential library is a great experience. Excellent displays and interactive elements. The material while of course seeking to present the President in a positive light does an excellent job of addressing criticisms of LBJs handling of the Vietnam war. Highly recommend.

Nice historic landmark to visit in Austin. Right next to University of Texas: Austin campus.

My dad once stood near JFK and spoke so highly of him. This library has many exhibits as tribute to JFK as well as LBJ. A simulated Oval Office was the centerpiece of our visit. Great place for anyone with interest in historical events.

Nice museum. Good exhibits showcasing the life and time of LBJ. Some of the exhibits are quite old, but nothing feels out of date. Entrance fee is well worth it.Dont block off more than two hours for the trip, but those two hours will be rewarding.

Motown: The Sound of Young America is an excellent exhibit. Great trip down memory lane. The Motown music sounds debuting in sixties and seventies enhanced the enjoyment of LBJ history and the museum experience. The cartoon originals on the second floor had me chuckling as well as Animatronic Humorous LBJ.

Our visit to the LBJ Library was both informative and entertaining. There were numerous reminders of a bygone era that truly made this country great. The exhibits were an eye opening reminder of the many elements that went into creating that results. The interactive nature of many of the exhibits made this visit an event we enjoyed and will remember.

I visited the LBJ Presidential Library to view the MOTOWN Exhibit. The exhibit was very well done. They covered Motown history thorougly in various, interesting, multi-media presentations including audio, video, graphics and costumes. You could even take dance lessons if you wanted. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole exhibit

Had a great time exploring the LBJ Library today. Loved the nostalgia from the 60s and the mini oval office. Learned lots of interesting facts about his presidency and its inspired me to do a presidential biography reading challenge! We also thoroughly enjoyed the temporary exhibit which highlighted the fight for equality in American sports.

Enjoyed my visit to the LBJ library. Reading the hand written documents and listening to the taped phone calls were great. The civil rights section was highly interesting. I did find in curious that although President Obama has been out of office over 3 yrs, they did not have his or Mrs. Obama’s photo on the display with the the portraits of ALL the other former Presidents and First Ladies.

Located on the actual campus of the University of Texas, this museum is worth the time to spend. To delve into the life of an American president in a personal and deep way with large exhibits was great to see. The best time to visit any museum in Austin is in September when the city hosts Austin Museum Day, and all entrance fees are waived. Enjoy the fountain outside the beautiful building.

My seven-year-old wanted to go to this Museum on free museum day so we went as a family. There are different levels even up to the 10th floor. So theres a variety of things to see. I did not get very many pictures at all because theres so much to see, next time I go I will get more pictures. I am posting pictures of two of my kids with this backdrop that we had fun taking pictures with. I forgot to mention that there are several museums within the vicinity that also is another reason why I gave it four stars although I did not get to go to the other museums.

Great history lesson during tough times for America. Great video and audio library. Great review of his agenda.

What an inspiring experience about the life and accomplishments of LBJ during his presidency.

Very informative and interesting museum. It gives good context for LBJs presidency and highlights his legislative achievements. The material is compelling and illuminating, and all is presented in an intriguing way. Also, there was a nice temporary exhibit on Motown music there that included a few interactive parts. Well worth a visit.

Great experience! I learned a lot about Lyndon Baines Johnson, our nations 36th President. The 10 story building is home to 45 million pages of historical documents, over 640 hours of presidential telephone conversations, photographs, films, interactive exhibits and much more.

The presidential library was amazing! They also had a Motown exhibit which was fun and fascinating as well!!

They have interactive exhibits that change every few months. We got our picture taken on Abby Road at the Beatles exhibit and sang with Diana Ross at the recent Motown exhibit. We always have fun there and the parking is free.

Great place to learn more about our former President Johnson and the First Lady Lady Bird Johnson. The Motown exhibition was something awesome to see. It was truly fun engaging in a Private Party at the LBJ Presidential Library...

Fabulous visit! Motown exhibit also impressive!

I am not a history enthusiast but my visit to the LBJ Presidential Library changed that. I really enjoyed learning about the significant impact LBJ had during his presidency. Major bonus points for the interactive Motown exhibit and the extensive gift shop.

I’m shocked the first two reviews are negative because we couldn’t have been more impressed. The museum could charge 3x as much and it’d still be a bargain. The displays are extensive and seemingly frequently updated. Recordings of LBJ’s calls are fascinating. Highly recommend - best presidential museum I’ve visited.

Lots of history packed into the place. Would highly recommend visiting. You can easily spend hours in here looking at all the artifacts. Be sure to take the elevator to the mock up of the oval office, you wont be disappointed.

An interesting take on LBJ’s history. Not really my thing but it’s well-presented.

Excellent Motown exhibit and view into a time of change for our country.

Very Educational... My family enjoyed the experience

I grew up in the DC suburbs with access to the best museums in the world and I thought this LBJ library was great! I learned so much about him and the social progress that was made during his presidency. The Motown exhibit was a fun highlight too! I highly recommend a visit.

I was more impressed with this place than I thought I would be. Excellent information on the man and the turbulent times while he was president. I was especially pleased with the Oval Office and Lady Birds office. Her and the family stories helped me to understand LBJ the man.

Well worth the time to visit. The building is brutalist style. Imposing, strong and memorable, just like its namesake, LBJ. Very reasonable admissions price, good, informative displays, see the Oval Office as it was, the black limousine, and lots of history of the career of LBJ. Educational, well done. The only downside was the 10th floor has sustained a large water leak due to lack of roof maintenance. So 1/2 of the 10th floor was closed due to repairs.Historically, all info was chronological and even though I remember LBJ most as a war president, he was a fascinating, intelligent, accomplished president. Medicare, Civill Rights, Voting Act and Childhood education were his great society. All explained and documented very well. Go if you can. Highly recommend.

What a cool library! Really brings to life the a man we’ve all heard about.

A cultural place to visit at Austin. You have an overview of this difficult moment USA has passed and how they overcame with Lindon Johnson and the civil Rights for Afro-American. The day Ive been there there was a MOTOWN exhibition showing all history of afro American music in the US. And for free. Simply AWESOME!

The staff here is fantastic. I needed to track down a letter to President Johnson. I called the library and got an e-mail back within a few hours that contained several documents on this persons letter that I didnt even know existed. I was very impressed by the speedy reply and the thoroughness of the information I was sent.

LBJ is one of the more underappreciated Presidents, too often lost in the shadow of JFKs charisma, RFKs enmity, and Vietnam. So much of his lasting work in elevating the lives and circumstaces of the under-privleged, people for whom he had a genuine empathy, from Civil Rights, to Education, to Medicare, are today taken for granted, credited to others, or lost to history. The LBJ Presidential Library restores the historical record.

Enjoyed my visit and leaned more about LBJ, gaining more appreciation for his legacy.

Great educational experience! Im not a huge history buff, but this place provides a lot of useful and interesting information with overwhelming you! This was my first visit to a presidential library, and it makes me want to visit others!

Enjoyed learning about the life during LBJ’s era. Highly recommended for everyone.

Right on the University of Texas campus, the LBJ Presidential Library is an absolute must see if you are in the Austin area. With exhibits covering the presidents entire life the library offers a unique insight into mid twentieth life and events in the USA.

Very educational. Loved it as well as the Motown exhibit. Oval fascinating. Volunteer guide was very well versed on the facility and his era. Learned a lot!!

I have visited this museum several times, sometimes for a short visit and sometimes longer. If you are interested in the LBJ years and his life, this is a must-see. Nice displays of his presidency and earlier years. The museum is on the campus of the University of Texas, with free parking off Red River street. The campus view from outside is also really nice. Inexpensive--as I recall it was $10 or less.

Love this place came to see the exhibit on Motown. Loved the costumes music and photos, very well done. And of course I always learn something about LBJ.

The LBJ Presidential Library is by far my most favorite presidential library. It is not the flashiest library but in my opinion it is the one with the most soul.The library has a gorgeous view of the Derral K. Royal Memorial Stadium which is on the campus of University of Texas at Austin. This stadium is the 8th largest in the USA, so in a way you get to experiece two things for the price of one.Upon entering there a few people who will sell you tickets, the ticket prices are a follows:Adults: $10- Seniors (62 and over) with valid ID: $7- Former military with valid ID: $5- Youth 13-18: $3- College students with valid ID: $3Tickets are also available online, if you chose. There are complimentary entrace dates to the library for ALL, so you have no excuse not to go and experience the library and learn about LBJ and his wife Lady Bird. Bring tissues, there are some tear jerker moments.Free admission days:- Martin Luther King Day- Presidents Day- Explore UT- Memorial Day- The Fourth of July- August 27 (LBJs birthday)- Veterans Day (Free admission for all on Sunday, Nov. 11 and free admission for veterans on Monday, Nov. 12)- Austin Museum DayIn our experience it was suggested to us that we start at the top floor and make our way down to the first floor, and I think this suggestions was a great one. There is a phone that you could pick up and listen to Lady Bird give her husband (the president) advise on pose, posture and delivery.The rotunda in the library is breathtaking, you will for sure want to take insagram photos in this area. There are thousands of law books for research and artwork that is inspiring.I came out of the LBJ library with a hole in my heart, It made me realize at the country that once was and the country of today. Being stagnant is never good, change is envitable, but looking at the bus bench were Rosa Parks sat brought feelings of hope and disillusionment.I discoverd that before LBJ there was no PBS or Kennedy Center. He is the reason we have social security and his policies helped the middle class.I cant rememeber a day at school where we were taught the great change, and the man who took the pen and empowered all Americans. I cant remember ever learning about Lady Bird and her childrens commiment to excellence and the enviornment.Should you ever have the opportunity to visit this library, take it. I promise that you will come out a better person. If you have children, gift them this opportunity. It is truly a gem.

Very clean. Informative displays. Small, so you can get through it in a few hours.

Fascinating place. Ive been numerous times and always enjoy it. Great place to take visitors. Plenty of free parking.

Wonderful!!! Im glad we made the trip. Gave me a greater appreciation for LBJ:s handling of events that occurred during his presidency.

My first presidential library experience. Very cool Im glad to have been able to learn history that I never would have tried to find had I not been in Austin. Definitely worth a visit.

Highly recommend for any LBJ or US history fans. Really terrific exhibits and extensive collection of artifacts packed into three stories (with several employee-only archive floors in between). Staff is quite friendly. Walkable from the state capital building as well.

I was a young adult during the LBJ years. The exhibits gave me more insight into the man and the times in which he governed. Well done!

Admission is $10/person and this museum is quite extensive. Easy to spend a few hours here and not know where the time went. One of the must see exhibits is the full replica of the oval office.

I learned so much about LBJ’s efforts to make the lives of the underrepresented much better. It is amazing that we ended up with Nixon right after him. LBJ accomplished so much by working with everyone to do their best to do what was best for all

So impressed with the LBJ Presidential library if you were in that area don’t miss it. Beautiful architecture and meaningful information about LBJ!

Not only did I learn how much LBJ helped this country, but they also had an awesome exhibit for Motown.

Good English pub food. Fish and chips are a special treat. Burgers and fries are good as well. Outside seating is best, weather permitting ...and more quiet !!

You may disagree with the politics of LBJ but the library is a great review of the history that I lived through as a kid. It helped me put the historical events in perspective and understand the difficult time LBJ had to go through.

This museum takes You back in history ; Terrific place to visit while in Austin Texas ; Dont take my word for it ; See for yourself and dont forget your camera so you dont forget. Loved it ::::

Great experience! The exhibits were very well done. Brings to light the huge impact LBJ had on our nation.

I came from another state to visit this presidential library with my family. As soon as I walked in the police immediately turned me away because I had a water bottle... I had to either dump it, drink it or put it back in my car. Its summer, and the temperature is steady at 100 degrees, if not higher... I have a 3 year old with me in a stroller, and we were parked far away, and had been walking all day. Hydration for my little one is a priority. I thought this rule about my water bottle for my family was an inconsiderate rule...They should be more considerate.Next, I went to pay for my ticket and the attendant at the desk was being rude to me as well. Overall the ‘welcome’ I received upon entering this presidential library was the worst I’ve received.

Amazing place to visit, whether youre a major history buff or just looking for a little escape with the family. Fun and insightful. The room where you get to listen in on actual phone calls between LBJ and a host of other prominent historical figures, including MLK and Jackie Kennedy Onassis, was especially remarkable. Highly recommend!

Educational little trip back in time. It’s a cool walk-through museum that breaks down the era in an interesting way. It’s in a good location so it’s not out of the way.

It is a great place to visit with our kids. We have learned so many things about the modern US history.

Visiting this library/museum was a truly wonderful experience. Though I visited while the site was under construction, I was utterly taken by the thoughtful and extensive exhibits that displayed various artifacts and provided a significant amount of historical context. I definitely suggest a visit to anyone interested in history.

Lot of not well known info; well designed displays, and putting his presidency in greater context.

I am glad I came. My visit not only cause me to reevaluate the complete man, but restored my faith that our system of government will survive these tumultuous times.

A great way to celebrate the life and contributions of LBJ. The Motown exhibit was particularly great and made for a wonderful experience. Would be great to have coffee/refreshments, though.

The gift shop at the LBJ is fantastic. The exhibit areas are crowded, dense with reading material, and either difficult to navigate or disorienting. The Oval Office is done at 7/8 scale and is weirdly disappointing.

Wonderful museum. Expect to spend about three hours here. Free parking available off of Red River.

Not very impressive from the outside. Nice exhibits inside. I especially liked the phone conversations you could listen to.

One of the best places in Austin for understanding the life and times of a remarkably effective US President, especially given the backdrop of the last 20 years of the state of presidency.