Friends of LBJ Events
Continued Conversations with Julián Castro
Feb 23, 2021
Last fall we introduced a new members-only series titled “Continued Conversations.” The speaker will make remarks and then take questions from the virtual audience. On February 23, we’ll host former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and presidential candidate Julián Castro at 11:30 a.m. CST. read more
Continued Conversations with Ben Barnes
Jan 12, 2021
Last fall we introduced a new members-only series titled “Continued Conversations.” The speaker will make remarks and then take questions from the virtual audience. On January 12, we’ll host former Texas Lieutenant Governor Ben Barnes at 11:30 a.m. CST. read more
An Evening With Valerie Jarrett*
Dec 17, 2020
Join us for an evening with Valerie Jarrett, a Senior Distinguished Fellow at the University of Chicago Law School and a top advisor to President Barack Obama. Ms. Jarrett will share her thoughts on the presidential transition and the upcoming Biden Administration while discussing on her work with President Obama… read more
Holiday reception with Luci Baines Johnson
Dec 15, 2020
Friends members at the Legacy and Cabinet levels are invited to join Luci Baines Johnson for a virtual holiday reception on Tuesday, December 15 at 7:00 p.m. CST. She will be sharing how they celebrated holidays at the White House and Johnson family holiday traditions before answering your questions. read more
An Evening With Kate Bennett and Julia Sweig*
Dec 03, 2020
“The First Lady is an unpaid public servant elected by one person,” Lady Bird Johnson once said, “her husband.” Join us for an evening with CNN White House correspondent Kate Bennett and Julia Sweig, author of the forthcoming book, Lady Bird Johnson: Hiding in Plain Sight,… read more
An Evening With Sunny Hostin*
Oct 21, 2020
Join us for an evening with Emmy Award-winning legal journalist and co-host of The View Sunny Hostin, speaking about her new book I Am These Truths: A Memoir of Identity, Justice, and Living Between Worlds. The conversation will be moderated by Mark K. Updegrove, President and… read more
A Conversation with James A. Baker, III, Peter Baker, and Susan Glasser*
Oct 07, 2020
Secretary Baker will join Peter Baker and Susan Glasser for an online discussion of the book and current events moderated by Mark K. Updegrove, President and CEO of the LBJ Foundation. read more
An Evening With Bob Woodward*
Oct 01, 2020
Join us for an evening with bestselling author and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Bob Woodward, who will discuss his explosive new book Rage, the balance between journalism and history, and his nearly 50-year career covering nine presidents. The conversation will be moderated by Mark K. Updegrove, President and CEO… read more
An Evening With Susan Eisenhower*
Sep 22, 2020
Friends members are invited to join us for a conversation with author and strategist Susan Eisenhower, speaking about her new book about her grandfather, How Ike Led: The Principles Behind Eisenhower’s Biggest Decisions. The conversation will be moderated by Dr. Leonard Moore, George Littlefield Professor of… read more
CANCELED: HILLARY Screening and Conversation with Hillary Clinton
Mar 14, 2020
UPDATE, March 6: Secretary Clinton's travel plans have changed with the cancellation of SXSW. Unfortunately, our program with Hillary Clinton has been canceled. read more
An Evening With Darren Walker
Mar 05, 2020
On Thursday, March 5, 2020, Friends members enjoyed a conversation with Darren Walker, president of the Ford Foundation. The conversation was moderated by Dr. Victoria DeFrancesco Soto, assistant dean for engagement at the LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin. read more
An Evening With Bill Bradley
Feb 11, 2020
Friends of the LBJ Library members are invited to join us for an evening with Bill Bradley, who will be presenting his one-man performance, Moving Forward. read more
An Evening With Mary Wilson
Dec 04, 2019
Friends of the LBJ Library members are invited to join us for an evening with Mary Wilson, a founding member of The Supremes. read more
An Evening With Ambassador Susan Rice
Nov 20, 2019
On Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, former National Security Advisor and United Nations Ambassador Susan Rice joined us to speak about her new book, Tough Love: My Story of the Things Worth Fighting For. read more
An Evening With Gloria Steinem
Nov 06, 2019
On Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019, Gloria Steinem joined us to speak about her new book, The Truth Will Set You Free, But First It Will Piss You Off: Thoughts on Life, Love, and Rebellion. The conversation was moderated by Mark K. Updegrove, president and CEO of the LBJ Foundation. read more
An Evening With S.C. Gwynne and Stephen Harrigan
Oct 16, 2019
Friends members are invited to join us for an evening with bestselling Texas authors S.C. Gwynne and Stephen Harrigan, speaking in conversation with Elizabeth Crook. read more
“Chasing the Moon” Screening and Discussion
May 01, 2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Friends of the LBJ Library members enjoyed a sneak preview of a new six-hour PBS documentary series from AMERICAN EXPERIENCE, Chasing the Moon. read more
“Raise Hell: The Life & Times of Molly Ivins” Screening and Discussion
Apr 25, 2019
On Thursday, April 25, 2019, the LBJ Library hosted a special screening of RAISE HELL: The Life & Times of Molly Ivins, a new documentary on the life of the legendary Texas political columnist. read more
An Evening With Robert Caro
Apr 15, 2019
Robert Caro, the two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Power Broker and The Years of Lyndon Johnson, joined Friends of the LBJ Library members to speak about his new book, Working. Author and screenwriter Stephen Harrigan moderated the conversation. read more
An Evening With Nancy Koehn
Feb 05, 2019
On Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019, Harvard Business School historian and professor Nancy Koehn was the Friends of the LBJ Library's An Evening With guest. She spoke about moral leadership with LBJ Foundation President and CEO Mark K. Updegrove. read more
An Evening With Michael Beschloss
Dec 11, 2018
On Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018, author and historian Michael Beschloss joined Friends of the LBJ Library members to speak about his latest book, Presidents of War: The Epic Story, from 1807 to Modern Times. The conversation was moderated by LBJ Foundation President and CEO Mark K. Updegrove. read more
An Evening With Governor Jerry Brown
Nov 07, 2018
On Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018, California Governor Jerry Brown sat in-conversation with Mark K. Updegrove, president and CEO of the LBJ Foundation. read more
An Evening With John Brennan
Oct 24, 2018
On Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, the LBJ Presidential Library hosted former CIA Director John Brennan. This was Director Brennan's first public appearance after a suspicious package addressed to him was sent to CNN. read more
An Evening With Doris Kearns Goodwin
Sep 25, 2018
Friends members are invited to join us for an evening with Pulitzer Prize-winning author and presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin, discussing her new book, Leadership: In Turbulent Times. read more
An Evening With Tom Johnson, Kyle Longley, Bill Moyers, and Lynda Johnson Robb
Jun 14, 2018
Friends members are invited to join us for a conversation about 1968, one of the most momentous years in American history, with LBJ White House aide Tom Johnson; professor and author Kyle Longley; LBJ's press secretary Bill Moyers; and, Lyndon and Lady Bird Johnson's daughter, Lynda Johnson Robb. Mark… read more
An Evening With Jake Tapper
May 30, 2018
On Wednesday, May 30, 2018, Jake Tapper joined Friends of the LBJ Library members to speak in conversation with Mark K. Updegrove, president and CEO of the LBJ Foundation, about his debut political thriller, The Hellfire Club. read more
“Get in the Game” Members-only Exhibition Preview and Reception
Apr 19, 2018
Friends members joined us for a preview and reception to celebrate the library's special exhibition, Get in the Game: The Fight for Equality in American Sports. read more
An Evening With Joseph Califano, Jr.
Mar 07, 2018
On Wednesday, March 7, 2018, Joseph Califano, Jr. sat in conversation with Bob Schieffer to discuss his new book, Our Damaged Democracy: We the People Must Act. read more
“The Looming Tower” Preview and Conversation
Feb 27, 2018
Friends of the LBJ Library members are invited to join us for a preview and discussion of the new Hulu limited drama series The Looming Tower. read more
An Evening With Lea Berman and Jeremy Bernard
Jan 24, 2018
Friends members hosted an evening with former White House Social Secretaries Lea Berman and Jeremy Bernard who discussed their joint book, Treating People Well: The Extraordinary Power of Civility at Work and in Life. read more
An Evening With Peter Baker
Dec 06, 2017
On Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017, the New York Times Chief White House Correspondent Peter Baker joined Friends of the LBJ Library members as part of their "Evening With" speaker series. The conversation was moderated by LBJ Foundation Board of Trustee Elizabeth Christian. read more
An Evening With Clint Hill and Lisa McCubbin
Nov 30, 2017
On Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017, former U.S. Secret Service agent and best-selling author Clint Hill and his co-author, Lisa McCubbin, joined Friends of the LBJ Library members for a special Evening With program. read more
An Evening With Mark Updegrove
Nov 16, 2017
On Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017, Friends of the LBJ Library members hosted Mark K. Updegrove who spoke about his new book, The Last Republicans: Inside the Extraordinary Relationship Between George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush. Journalist and political commentator John Avlon moderated the conversation. read more
An Evening With Madeleine Albright
Oct 26, 2017
On Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, former Secretary of State and U.N. Ambassador Madeleine Albright joined Friends of the LBJ Library members for their Evening With speaker series. Former CBS News journalist Bob Schieffer moderated the conversation. read more
2017 Lady Bird Johnson Environmental Award
Apr 27, 2017
On April 27, the LBJ Foundation presented the 2017 Lady Bird Johnson Environmental Award to documentary filmmaker Ken Burns. read more
“The Son” Preview and Conversation
Mar 13, 2017
On Monday, March 13, 2017, the LBJ Presidential Library hosted a preview and discussion of the new AMC television series, The Son. read more
An Evening With Cokie Roberts
Feb 28, 2017
Cokie Roberts, political commentator for ABC News and NPR, will join Friends members for An Evening With program in late February. read more
An Evening With David Oshinsky
Dec 01, 2016
On Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016, Friends of the LBJ Library members hosted Dr. David Oshinsky, who discussed his new book, Bellevue: Three Centuries of Medicine and Mayhem at America’s Most Storied Hospital. read more
An Evening With Dan Rather
Nov 01, 2016
Friends of the LBJ Library members and the Dolph Briscoe Center for American History hosted Dan Rather, who spoke about his remarkable career spanning six decades in print, radio, and television news. read more
Screening and Discussion of “LBJ”
Oct 22, 2016
On Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, the LBJ Presidential Library hosted a screening of Rob Reiner's LBJ film starring Woody Harrelson. Following the screening, Reiner, Harrelson, and writer of the film, Joey Hartstone, joined LBJ Library Director Mark K. Updegrove for a discussion. read more
An Evening With Neil Leifer
Oct 06, 2016
On Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016, Friends of the LBJ Library members and the Dolph Briscoe Center for American History hosted renowned photographer Neil Leifer, who shared a selection of his powerful photos and stories. read more
An Evening With James R. Clapper
Sep 22, 2016
On Thursday, Sept. 22, 2016, Friends of the LBJ Library members were invited to join us for a keynote address and conversation with Director of National Intelligence James Clapper. read more
A Screening of the HBO Film “All the Way”
May 11, 2016
In conjunction with HBO and the LBJ School of Public Affairs, the LBJ Library hosted a special preview screening and discussion of the new HBO film "All the Way" starring Bryan Cranston and Anthony Mackie. read more
An Evening with Alexander Butterfield and Bob Woodward
Mar 02, 2016
Famed journalist and author Bob Woodward and former Nixon White House aide Alexander Butterfield appeared together at the LBJ Presidential Library on Wednesday, March 2, 2016. read more
An Evening With Bill Richardson
Feb 09, 2016
The LBJ Presidential Library and the Dolph Briscoe Center for American History partnered to host former governor, congressman, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, and Secretary of Energy Bill Richardson on Feb. 9, 2016. read more
An Evening With Bob Schieffer
Jan 21, 2016
Former Face the Nation anchor and veteran journalist Bob Schieffer discussed his storied career with Joseph Califano, Jr., domestic policy advisor to President Johnson, in our Jan. 21, 2016 Friends member event. read more
An Evening With Karl Rove
Dec 01, 2015
On Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2015, Friends of the LBJ Library members welcomed Karl Rove to discuss his latest book, The Triumph of William McKinley: Why the Election of 1896 Still Matters. read more
An Evening With Ken Adelman and H.W. Brands
Oct 20, 2015
On Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015, Ambassador Ken Adelman and historian H.W. Brands joined Friends of the LBJ Library members for their "An Evening With" Speaker Series to discuss the life and legacy of our 40th president, Ronald Reagan. read more
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Immigration: Pathway to the American Dream
Oct 01, 2015
On Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015, the LBJ Presidential Library hosted a discussion on immigration in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of President Johnson's signing of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965. read more
An Evening with Secretary Julián Castro
Sep 09, 2015
On Sept. 9, 2015, fifty years to the day of LBJ's signing of the bill that established the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), current Secretary Julián Castro joined Friends of the LBJ Library members for their An Evening with Speaker Series. read more
Family Member Viewing
Jun 23, 2015
On Tuesday, June 23, 2015, Friends of the LBJ Library members and their children joined us for a special family member viewing of Ladies and Gentlemen...The Beatles!. read more
Member Preview Reception
Jun 12, 2015
Friends of the LBJ Library members, please join us for a member reception and preview of the Ladies and Gentlemen...The Beatles! exhibit on Friday, June 12, 2015. read more
An Evening with Richard Linklater and Ellar Coltrane
Apr 27, 2015
On Monday, April 27, 2015, Friends of the LBJ Library members hosted Richard Linklater and Ellar Coltrane who spoke about their experiences in the making of the groundbreaking film, Boyhood. read more
An Evening with Joseph A. Califano, Jr.
Mar 26, 2015
On Thursday, March 26, 2015, Joseph A. Califano, Jr. joined Friends of the LBJ Library to speak about the new edition of his book, The Triumph and Tragedy of Lyndon Johnson. The discussion was moderated by CBS News journalist and Face the Nation anchor Bob Schieffer. read more
An Evening with Garry Wills
Mar 10, 2015
Author and historian Garry Wills joined Friends of the LBJ Library members on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 to speak about his latest book, The Future of the Catholic Church with Pope Francis. Former LBJ Library Director Betty Sue Flowers served as moderator. read more
An Evening with David Axelrod
Feb 25, 2015
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015, political strategist David Axelrod spoke about his memoir, Believer: My Forty Years in Politics, with Friends of the LBJ Library members. read more
An Evening with S.C. Gwynne
Dec 11, 2014
On Thursday, December 11 best-selling author S.C. Gwynne joined Friends of the LBJ Library members to speak about his recent book, Rebel Yell: The Violence, Passion, and Redemption of Stonewall Jackson. read more
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Reflections on Race from the “Little Rock Nine”
Nov 13, 2014
On Thursday, November 13, three members of the “Little Rock Nine” - Ernest Green, Carlotta Walls LaNier, and Terrence Roberts - shared their reflections on race, then and now, with LBJ Presidential Library Friends members. read more
Evening With Richard Norton Smith
Oct 28, 2014
Presidential historian Richard Norton Smith joined us Tuesday, October 28 to share his new biography of American icon Nelson Rockefeller, On His Own Terms. read more
LIBERTY! EQUALITY! AND FIREWORKS!
Oct 19, 2014
The Pollyanna Theatre Company will present a new play by Austin playwright Gregory Perrin that explores the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960's. read more
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Evening With Michael Morton and Barry Scheck
Sep 30, 2014
Michael Morton, author of "Getting Life," and Barry Scheck, co-founder and co-director of the Innocence Project, share Morton's remarkable story of tragedy, injustice, and forgiveness with Friends members at the LBJ Presidential Library on September 30, 2014. read more
Around the World in 60 Minutes - An Evening With Admiral Bobby R. Inman
Jun 25, 2014
Former Director of the National Security Agency and Deputy Director of Central Intelligence Admiral Bobby Inman took us on a spin around the world with updates on the political and economic situation world-wide. read more
Screening and Discussion of “All About Ann”
Apr 23, 2014
The LBJ Library co-hosted the Texas premiere of "All About Ann: Governor Richards of the Lone Star State." read more
Member Tour of “Sixty From the ‘60s”
Mar 20, 2014
Michael MacDonald, Museum Registrar, will lead a tour of the exhibit "Sixty From The 60s" for current members of the Friends. read more
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The Moyers’ Journey From Addiction To Recovery
Feb 26, 2014
Bill and Judith Moyers and their son William Cope Moyers shared their personal story of addiction and recovery with moderator Max Sherman. read more
An Evening with James Carville and Mary Matalin
Jan 23, 2014
Political couple James Carville and Mary Matalin discussed their book LOVE & WAR: 20 Years, Three Presidents, Two Daughters and One Louisiana Home. read more
An Evening with Doris Kearns Goodwin
Dec 10, 2013
Doris Kearns Goodwin joined LBJ Library director Mark Updegrove for a discussion of her new book, The Bully Pulpit. read more
Members-Only Holiday Happy Hour and Sale
Dec 03, 2013
On December 3, Friends of the LBJ Library will enjoy a Happy Hour and an additional 10% discount in The Store at LBJ. read more
An Evening With Mark Halperin and John Heilemann
Nov 18, 2013
Bestselling authors Halperin and Heilemann returned to the Library with Double Down: Game Change 2012, their account of the presidential election of 2012. read more
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The Harry Middleton Lectureship presents Bryan Cranston and Robert Schenkkan
Nov 14, 2013
Actor Bryan Cranston and playwright Robert Schenkkan discussed Schenkkan's new drama, "All the Way" in a presentation at the LBJ Library. read more
Personal Perspectives of November 22, 1963
Oct 29, 2013
Ben Barnes, Sid Davis, Julian Read, and Larry Temple joined us to share their collective experiences of November 22, 1963 with Friends of the LBJ Library. read more
Member Tour of the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum
Sep 28, 2013
Friends of the LBJ Library are invited to join us for a special bus tour to visit the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum in College Station. read more
A White House View of 9/11
Sep 03, 2013
Karen Hughes, Karl Rove, Eric Draper and Clay Johnson III, gave a program about the events of September 11, 2001 from the perspective of having been in the White House. read more
Private screening of Lee Daniels’ The Butler
Aug 15, 2013
On Thursday, August 15, the LBJ Library partnered with the Weinstein Company to offer a private, advance screening of Lee Daniels' The Butler for members of Friends of the Library and Future Forum. read more
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An Evening with Lawrence Wright
May 09, 2013
Based on more than two hundred interviews with current and former Scientologists and years of archival research, Lawrence Wright discussed his book Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Belief, which offers an exhaustive account of the church, from its founding by L. Ron Hubbard to its… read more
A Screening and Discussion with Director Sebastian Junger
Apr 09, 2013
In conjunction with HBO Documentary Films, the LBJ Library presented a screening of the 77-minute documentary, followed by a conversation with director Sebastian Junger. read more
An Evening With Joaquin and Julián Castro
Apr 02, 2013
Texas Tribune CEO and Editor-in-Chief Evan Smith led a conversation with rising Democratic party stars Representative Joaquin Castro and his twin brother, San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro. read more
An Evening With Condoleezza Rice
Mar 18, 2013
Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice discussed leadership in a changing world in a program co-sponsored by The LBJ School of Public Affairs. read more
An Evening With Diana Walker and Lucian Perkins
Mar 07, 2013
Diana Walker and Lucian Perkins, two internationally acclaimed photojournalists, presented an introduction to the Briscoe Center exhibit News to History: Photojournalism and the Presidency, which recently opened at the LBJ Library. read more
Friends Preview Reception
Dec 19, 2012
Members of the Friends of the LBJ Llibrary are invited to an after-hours reception and preview of the newly redesigned exhibits before they open to the public. read more
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Reflections of First Ladies
Nov 15, 2012
First Ladies Mrs. Barbara Bush and Mrs. Laura Bush discussed the experiences and legacies of the First Lady of the United States. Mark Updegrove, Director of the LBJ Presidential Library, moderated the conversation. Anita McBride, Conference Chair and former Chief of Staff to First Lady Laura Bush, introduced the guests. read more
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An Evening With John Glenn
Oct 30, 2012
Former astronaut and U.S. Senator John Glenn shared his thoughts on his remarkable career in a conversation with LBJ Library Director Mark Updegrove on October 30, 2012. read more
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An Evening With Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison
Oct 15, 2012
Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison spoke about her nineteen-year tenure in the U.S. Senate as she prepares to step down at the end of the year. Evan Smith, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of the Texas Tribune, the evening’s co-sponsor, moderated the conversation. read more
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An Evening With Nancy Gibbs and Michael Duffy
Sep 20, 2012
Best-selling authors and TIME reporters Nancy Gibbs and Michael Duffy shared an insider's view of the relationships between Presidents, their reverence for the office, and willingness to work together for a higher cause – as well as highlights from their new book. read more
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An Evening With Christopher Buckley
May 15, 2012
Preeminent satirist and best-selling author Christopher Buckley joined us on Tuesday, May 15 at 6:00 p.m. for a conversation about his new book, They Eat Puppies, Don't They?, a satirical novel about U.S. – China relations. Clay Smith, Literary Director of the Texas Book Festival, moderated the conversation. BookPeople,… read more
An Evening With Sissy Spacek
May 08, 2012
The Friends of the LBJ Library hosted Academy-Award winning actress and Texas native Sissy Spacek. Musician Shawn Colvin moderated the conversation. read more
An Evening With Frank Deford
Apr 25, 2012
The library hosted legendary sportswriter Frank Deford who spoke about his new book, Over Time: My Life as a Sportswriter. Leading the conversation with Deford was another legend in the sports world, Terry McDonell, editor of Sports Illustrated. This program was co-sponsored by the Texas Program… read more
The Indomitable LBJ
Mar 20, 2012
Friends of the LBJ Library had the rare opportunity to hear from the author of a new book on LBJ and from one of the men whose recollections of working with the President are featured in the book. Library Director Mark Updegrove’s book, Indomitable Will: LBJ in… read more
LBJ Library Memorable Moments
Feb 22, 2012
In honor of the LBJ Library’s 40th anniversary, former Director Harry Middleton shared his most memorable moments in the history of the library. In a conversation with the current director, Mark Updegrove, Harry reflected on his years with the President and his experience at the LBJ Presidential Library. read more
An Evening With David and Julie Eisenhower
Jan 26, 2012
Friends of the LBJ Library had the rare opportunity to hear from David and Julie Eisenhower in a program on January 26, 2012. The daughter of Richard Nixon and grandson of Dwight D. Eisenhower shared fascinating memories of life in the White House and post-presidential years. While they didn’t endorse… read more
An Evening With Eric Holder
Dec 13, 2011
At a well attended event, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder pledged to use the Voting Rights Act against any attacks to deny Americans access to the ballot box. Holder spoke at the LBJ Library in Austin on “Protecting our Democracy, Protecting the Right to Vote” and called… read more
The Tom Johnson Lectureship presents: Bill Moyers
Nov 16, 2011
In a thought-provoking speech, acclaimed broadcaster Bill Moyers delivered the first Tom Johnson Lecture at the LBJ Library. Although Moyers decried the inherent conflicts in the current political system that maintain the divide between the wealthy and what he calls 'the common run of mankind,' Moyers built a compelling case… read more
The Harry Middleton Lecture Series presents: Mikhail Gorbachev
Oct 18, 2011
Mikhail Gorbachev, former President of the Soviet Union, Nobel Peace Prize recipient, and the man credited with ending the cold war, spoke with Library Director Mark Updegrove in the LBJ Auditorium. Gorbachev discussed his efforts at reform, his relationships with U.S. Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H. W. Bush,… read more
An Evening With Bill Keller
Oct 06, 2011
In a conversation with Evan Smith, CEO and editor-in-chief of The Texas Tribune, Bill Keller of The New York Times took us inside the esteemed newspaper. Keller and Smith had a lively conversation about journalism in an era of nonstop news, the new definition of competition, the possibilities… read more
An Evening With Joe Klein
Sep 14, 2011
TIME magazine contributor Joe Klein led a discussion with three veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars at the LBJ Library. Two of the veterans, Tommy Sowers and Seth Moulton, are profiled in a TIME cover story written by Klein titled "The New Greatest Generation." The veterans talked about… read more
An Evening With Margaret Hoover
Sep 01, 2011
Margaret Hoover, great-granddaughter of President Herbert Hoover, spoke to Friends of the LBJ Library about her new book, American Individualism: How a New Generation of Conservatives Can Save the Republican Party. Ms. Hoover has fascinating insights into the younger generation of American voters. read more
An Evening With Sam Gwynne
Mar 24, 2011
New York Times best selling author Sam Gwynne talked about his book Empire of the Summer Moon with fellow author Stephen Harrigan. Gwynne detailed the fascinating story of the rise and fall of the Comanche Indian nation and the story of pioneer woman Cynthia Anne Parker and her… read more
An Evening With Sam Tanenhaus
Oct 20, 2010
Sam Tanenhaus, editor of the New York TImes Book Review, revealed the process of how books are selected for review in a program at the LBJ Library.. This program featured a conversation between Tanenhaus and Dr. David Oshinsky, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and professor at The University of Texas at Austin.… read more
An Evening With Morley Safer and Lesley Stahl
Sep 16, 2010
Morley Safer and Lesley Stahl, 60 Minutes correspondents, entertained the audience at the LBJ Library with stories about working with CBS newsman Walter Cronkite, their journalism careers, and their experiences at 60 Minutes. This program was in celebration of the Library’s current exhibit, CRONKITE: Eyewitness to a Century, co-sponsored by… read more
A Screening and Discussion of “The Fence” with Rory Kennedy
Sep 09, 2010
On September 9th, the LBJ Library hosted the Texas premiere of the HBO documentary The Fence (la barda.) In partnership with HBO Documentary Films, the Austin Film Festival, and the Texas Observer, the evening featured a screening of the documentary followed by a discussion with Rory Kennedy (Director,… read more
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