January 2, 2022
A temporary closure of the Texas White House is still in place due to health and safety concerns arising from structural issues. The National Park Service (NPS) is working with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and use a phased approach to increase access to other park facilities. Based on guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, access to the park is as follows:
Updates to available facilities
LBJ Ranch —Inbound gate opens at 9:00 am and closes at 4:30 pm. Exit gate closes at 5:30 pm.
While the listed areas are accessible for visitors to enjoy, a return to full operations will continue to be phased, and services may be limited.
April 25, 2021
A temporary closure of the Texas White House is still in place due to health and safety concerns arising from structural issues. Rehabilitation has finished on the adjacent Cabana/Pool House building. Originally built in 1955 when the Johnsons installed the outdoor swimming pool, the Cabana/Pool House went through a series of modifications over the years. This included an expansion and addition of an indoor pool which allowed the family to enjoy swimming even during winter months. The exterior retains its historic look while allowing the interior to be used as office space. Health and safety issues that forced the closure of the building have been corrected, and the completed building meets all modern accessibility requirements. The remainder of the Texas White House will continue to be closed to the public. The National Park Service (NPS) is working with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and use a phased approach to increase access to other park facilities. Based on guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, access to the park is as follows:
The following areas are open 7 days a week, except for the Hangar Visitor Center, which is open Tuesday-Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm.
LBJ Ranch —Inbound gate opens at 9:00 am and closes at 4:30 pm. Exit gate closes at 5:30 pm.
While the listed areas are accessible for visitors to enjoy, a return to full operations will continue to be phased, and services may be limited.
November 5, 2020
A temporary closure of the Texas White House is still in place due to health and safety concerns arising from structural issues. Rehabilitation has begun on the adjacent Cabana/Pool House building. Originally built in 1955 when the Johnsons installed the outdoor swimming pool, the Cabana/Pool House went through a series of modifications over the years. This included an expansion and addition of an indoor pool which allowed the family to enjoy swimming even during winter months. When the current improvements are finished, the exterior will retain its historic look while allowing the interior to be used as office space. Health and safety issues that forced the closure of the building will have been corrected, and the completed building will meet all modern accessibility requirements. The remainder of the Texas White House will continue to be closed to the public. The National Park Service (NPS) is working with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and use a phased approach to increase access to other park facilities. Based on guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, access to the park is as follows:
Open: Johnson Settlement Boyhood Home Grounds LBJ Ranch Driving Tour Hangar Visitor Center (Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-4:30pm)
Closed: Johnson City Visitor Center Junction School Boyhood Home Klein Shop While the listed areas are accessible for visitors to enjoy, a return to full operations will continue to be phased, and services may be limited.
September 12, 2019 A temporary closure of the Texas White House and the adjacent Pool House is still in place due to health and safety concerns arising from structural issues. Both facilities are located within the ranch district of Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park.
Additionally, the park has awarded a design/build contract for renovations to the Pool House. The contract seeks to mitigate environmental issues, increase building accessibility, and make improvements to the office space in the building. Work will be ongoing through winter 2019-2020.
All other park facilities are open to the public. These include the Johnson Settlement, President Johnson's boyhood home, and the park visitor center in Johnson City. The LBJ Ranch driving tour is not affected, and the LBJ Ranch hangar visitor center is open as normal. The hangar visitor center features exhibits, artifacts, an award-winning 14-minute film, and a Western National Parks Association sales outlet.
August 2, 2018 The National Park Service is temporarily closing the Texas White House and the adjacent Pool House until further notice due to health and safety concerns arising from structural issues. Both facilities are located within Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. The NPS is taking immediate action to investigate the safety concerns, which include closing both facilities. Both buildings will remain closed until the NPS can confirm that the facilities do not pose safety concerns. All other park facilities are open to the public. These include the Johnson settlement, President Johnson's boyhood home, and the park visitor center in Johnson City. The LBJ Ranch driving tour is not affected, and the LBJ Ranch hangar visitor center is open as normal. The hangar visitor center features exhibits, artifacts, an award-winning 14-minute film, and a Western National Parks Association sales outlet. |
Last updated: June 14, 2023