LBJ Library

The LBJ Library of the National Archives and Records Administration

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Some history you read about. Some history tells the story of who we are.

Starting May 30, the LBJ Library brings you face-to-face with documents behind America’s defining moments. Together, they reveal how the nation we know today came to be.

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✅ Reopening Notice ✅

Good news! Power has been restored, and we're now open and operating on our regular schedule (9 AM–5 PM, with the last visitor admitted at 4 PM). Thank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back!

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⚠️ Closure Notice ⚠️

We will now be closed for the remainder of the day.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding. We will share updates as they become available.

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Happy #FlagDay! 🇺🇸

"We should revere our flag, and the dream it represents. And we should re-dedicate ourselves to achieving that just and peaceful America over which it may proudly wave." - #PresidentJohnson

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📷 Robert Knudson | 11/11/1968

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⚠️ Closure Notice ⚠️

We will now be closed for the remainder of the day.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding. We will share updates as they become available.

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⚠️ Delayed Opening Notice ⚠️

Due to a power outage, we will have a delayed opening today and plan to open at 10 AM. We will remain open until 5 PM, with the last visitor admitted at 4 PM.

We appreciate your patience and will share any additional updates if needed. See you soon!

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#OTD: Fifty-nine years ago today, #PresidentJohnson nominated #SolicitorGeneral #ThurgoodMarshall to the Supreme Court of the United States. Following his confirmation, Marshall became the nation’s 96th and first African American #SCOTUS Justice.

📷 Yoichi Okamoto & Frank Wolfe

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⚠️ Delayed Opening Notice ⚠️

Due to a power outage, we will have a delayed opening today and plan to open at 10 AM. We will remain open until 5 PM, with the last visitor admitted at 4 PM.

We appreciate your patience and will share any additional updates if needed. See you soon!

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#OnThisDay: On 6/12/1924, former President #GeorgeHWBush was born in Milton, MA.

On #LBJ’s final day in office, then-Congressman Bush went to #AndrewsAirForceBase to bid farewell to LBJ before his return to #Texas. Learn more: https://t.co/QxQKS91Z1Z

📷 Frank Wolfe | 01/20/69

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You never need an excuse to eat chocolate, but on #NationalGermanChocolateCakeDay, bake and enjoy a slice of #LBJ’s favorite dessert! 😋

This recipe is from At the Table with LBJ and Lady Bird by Jean Schuler. Buy your copy today at https://t.co/i3V94auObM

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The American story told through documents, treaties, amendments, inventions and speeches. On the @UTAustin campus, the @LBJLibrary and the @BriscoeCenter for American History have teamed up for a new exhibit series, “The American Experiment: Pursuing Our Promise,” honoring both America’s 250th anniversary and the defining moments that have shaped the nation. https://t.co/xNFwOXXxta

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For #NationalBAEDay (“BAE” stands for “Before Anyone Else”), we transformed #LBJ and #LadyBird’s 1934 love letters into a 2026 text message exchange. Enjoy! 📱

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#OTD: Fifty-nine years ago, Israel agreed to a ceasefire ending the #SixDayWar.

#PresidentJohnson received a message from Soviet Premier Alexei Kosygin threatening military action if Israel did not halt operations. LBJ assured him that the US had received assurances from Israel.

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#OnThisDay: In 1967, during the ongoing #SixDayWar, the American ship #USSLiberty was attacked by Israeli forces in international waters off the Sinai coast.

More on the incident: https://t.co/79Jf4R15ko

📷 Yoichi Okamoto | 06/08/1967 | #CabinetRoom - #WhiteHouse, #WashingtonDC

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#OnThisDay: In 1967, it was day two of the #SixDayWar. #PresidentJohnson’s day began early at 4:30 AM with a meeting in the #SituationRoom concerning the conflict.

📷 Yoichi Okamoto

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It’s #HigherEducationDay!

When #LBJ signed the #HigherEducationAct in 1965 at his alma mater, @txst, he knew it would create opportunities for young Americans. He stated, “…it is the most important door that will ever open—the door to education.” 📚

📷 Frank Wolfe | 11/08/1965

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#OnThisDay: Fifty-nine years ago, on June 5, 1967, the #SixDayWar began.

#LadyBird recorded her thoughts about that chaotic day: “Not since that day in October 1962 had I felt so tense and strained, known such a feeling of foreboding…”

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#OnThisDay: Fifty-eight years ago, on June 5, 1968, Senator #RobertFKennedy was shot.

Shortly afterward, #PresidentJohnson addressed the nation: “Tonight this Nation faces once again the consequences of lawlessness, hatred, and unreason in its midst.”

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#DidYouKnow: More than 200 environmental laws were passed during the Johnson Administration — many inspired by the conservation efforts of #LadyBird. 🌳

Learn more about Lady Bird's environmental legacy: https://t.co/maMx1Qrnx8

#WorldEnvironmentDay

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Say CHEESE! 😁🧀

For #NationalCheeseDay, make a batch of #LadyBird’s famous cheese wafers. According to the recipe, they were a staple at the #LBJRanch.

Want more recipes from Lady Bird’s kitchen? Grab a copy of At the Table with LBJ and Lady Bird today: https://t.co/n3mOqPjmcU

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#OnThisDay: Sixty-one years ago today, on June 4, 1965, #PresidentJohnson delivered his historic commencement address at @HowardU, “To Fulfill These Rights.”

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Your Wednesday nights just got more historic.

Through September 2, the #LBJLibrary will stay open until 9 PM every Wednesday for Summer Evenings! Spend your summer exploring exhibits after hours at one of Austin’s favorite museums.

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