Temporary Exhibitions | Oct, 5 2024 9:00AM - Aug, 10 2025 5:00PM
March 1968 stands as a pivotal moment in the Vietnam War, marked by unprecedented chaos both on the ground and in the highest levels of the United States government. On the battlefields of Vietnam, soldiers faced relentless combat, as the Tet Offensive continued to sow confusion and fear. Back home, the Johnson administration grappled with its own form of chaos. President Lyndon B. Johnson and his advisors were caught in a web of political turmoil and public dissent. As casualty reports mounted and televised images of the war's brutality reached American living rooms, public opinion turned against the war.
Step into the tumultuous world of March 1968 with our latest temporary exhibition, Ain’t No Daylight in Vietnam: March 1968. This compelling exhibition offers an in-depth exploration of the Vietnam War by focusing on the pivotal month of March 1968, providing a nuanced perspective of the conflict through the eyes of those who experienced it first-hand. Drawing from a rich collection of photographs, letters, and personal accounts, Ain’t No Daylight in Vietnam immerses visitors in the intense realities faced by soldiers, medics, and civilians. The exhibition captures the harrowing experiences of combat, the emotional toll of the war, and the political and social reverberations of this critical period in American history.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Ain’t No Daylight in Vietnam: March 1968 about?
This compelling exhibition offers an in-depth exploration of the Vietnam War by focusing on the pivotal month of March 1968, providing a nuanced perspective of the conflict through the eyes of those who experienced it first-hand. Drawing from a rich collection of photographs, letters, and personal accounts, Ain’t No Daylight in Vietnam immerses visitors in the intense realities faced by soldiers, medics, and civilians. The exhibition captures the harrowing experiences of combat, the emotional toll of the war, and the political and social reverberations of this critical period in American history. March 1968 was a month of significant upheaval and change, marked by fierce battles, shifting strategies, and growing domestic dissent. This exhibition delves into these transformative events, presenting an authentic and powerful narrative of those who lived through them.
Will it be difficult for Vietnam Veterans to go through the exhibition?
The exhibit can be emotionally challenging, especially for those who were directly impacted by the Vietnam War. This exhibit may not be suitable for visitors under 16.
Is there a place to sit and reflect on the exhibit?
If you would like a place to sit and reflect, please know there are a few quiet places available: the end of the exhibition itself, the 2nd floor lounge, the 4th floor balcony, the overlook across the lawn, or even the LBJ School lobby. Additionally, visitors are invited to share their reflections in a memorial book located beside the Vietnam Veterans Memorial panel at the start of the exhibit.
I have additional questions. Who can I reach out to?
If you have any additional questions or concerns, please email visit@lbjlibrary.org or call (512) 721-0225.
Vietnam War Memorial Wall
Now on view
Outside the entrance to the Vietnam War temporary exhibition, visitors will see a new permanent addition to the LBJ Presidential Library’s museum exhibits. Originally known as Panel 44, this granite slab is one of 146 panels etched in the early 1980s as part of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC.
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