JOHNSON CITY

Population 959

Altitude 1,197

General

Seat of Blanco County, named for pioneer Johnson family, ancestors of President Lyndon B. Johnson. Retail center for farm and ranch area.

Attractions

• LYNDON B. JOHNSON NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK - Information Center, two blocks south of U.S. 290, has information, exhibits, audiovisual program. Across the street, with guided tours daily, is a frame structure nearly 100 years old where Lyndon Johnson lived while attending public school. Furnishings include Johnson family household items and period furniture. One block west is an old ranch complex called Johnson Settlement, owned by President's grandfather and great-uncle 1867-72, and gathering point of seven-county area for cattle drives. Also served as aid station for those wounded in Deer Creek Indian Battle. Original 1856 dog-run cabin, barn, other buildings; restored and part of "living history' program. Access to Johnson Settlement is via foot path from the Boyhood Home. Operated by National Park Service, open daily, except for Christmas and New Year's Days.

• PEDERNALES FALLS STATE PARK - 4,800 scenic acres preserving natural beauty of the area, features picturesque water falls, abundant animal and bird life, fishing, swimming, camping, picnicking, hiking, nature study. About 8 miles east via F.M. 2766.

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