Follow along for the latest news on our permanent exhibit refresh.
November 2025
November was a big month behind the construction walls of our museum refresh, and we’re finally seeing the new spaces take shape. Seven of our ten galleries now have brand-new sheetrock (we’ve never been so excited about walls!), electrical work is underway, and our AV plans are locked and ready to bring the stories of the LBJ era to life. All major structural changes are complete, and if you look closely, you might even spot the small metal clips in the wall framework—early hints of the new exhibit features on the way. It’s starting to feel less like a construction site and more like the vibrant, reimagined museum experience we can’t wait to share!
October 2025
In October, the permanent exhibit officially closed to the public as we began the much-anticipated refresh. Museum staff removed and stored each artifact, ensuring pieces were safely handled and documented for reinstallation. Once the construction crew arrived, demolition began in earnest. They carefully protected the elements that will remain (most notably the Context of the Times area) before pulling up carpet and dismantling major graphic structures. And while the team has been working hard, they’ve found steady entertainment in the Civil Rights film looping nearby, now a familiar soundtrack to the transformation underway.
Vision
The LBJ Presidential Library is renewing its permanent exhibition to bring history, civics, and public service to life for a new generation. The redesigned experience will deepen engagement with LBJ’s presidency, offering a more comprehensive and interactive look at his leadership, legislation, and the civic movements that shaped his era. By connecting the past to present-day issues, the exhibition will make history relevant and inspire visitors to reflect on the responsibilities of democracy. It will also enhance educational offerings with new multimedia features and resources aligned with national and Texas learning standards.
