By National Park Service
JOHNSON CITY, Tex. – Discover the wonders of the night sky at Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park during Night Skies Over the LBJ Ranch on Saturday, Nov. 7.
From 6:30 to 10 p.m., park rangers and members of Hill Country Astronomers will guide visitors through an evening of stargazing and exploration. Telescopes will provide views of stars, globular star clusters, and distant galaxies, while participants learn about the importance of protecting dark skies.
Designated as an International Dark Sky Park in 2021, Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park offers visitors an opportunity to experience the beauty of the night sky.
The event is free, but reservations are required and attendance is limited to 100 participants.
Reservations:
To reserve a spot, call 830-868-7128, and select option 2, or email LYJO_Information@nps.gov with the subject line "Night Skies Over the LBJ Ranch."
What to bring:
• Weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes.
• Water
• Lawn chairs or blankets for seating
• Flashlights (red light setting preferred).
Logistics:
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
The entrance to the LBJ Ranch is located north of US Highway 290, just off Ranch Road 1.
In the event of inclement weather, participants with reservations will be notified of any changes or cancellation. Updates will also be posted on the park website at www.nps.gov/lyjo and the park Facebook page www.facebook.com/LBJohnsonNPS.
For more information about night skies in national parks, visit www.nps.gov/subjects/nightskies.
About Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park:
Established in 1969, Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park preserves the historic structures and Texas Hill Country landscapes linked to the ancestry, life, and legacy of President Johnson. The park is open seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call 830-868-7128 or visit www.nps.gov/lyjo or www.facebook.com/LBJohnsonNPS.
About the National Park Service:
Established in 1916, the National Park Service preserves America’s most treasured natural and cultural places for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of current and future generations. Learn more at nps.gov.