Texas Points of Interest

Sam and Eliza Johnson Home


The Sam And Eliza Johnson Home is a must-visit point of interest in Texas for history buffs and architectural enthusiasts. This historic home, located in the Johnson Branch Unit of the Ray Roberts Lake State Park, was once the residence of Sam Rayburn, the longest-serving Speaker of the United States House of Representatives.

Visitors to the Sam And Eliza Johnson Home can take a guided tour of the house and learn about the life and legacy of Sam Rayburn, who played a significant role in shaping American politics in the mid-20th century. The home itself is a beautiful example of a mid-century modern architectural style, with a flat roof and clean lines.

One of the unique things that visitors may see at the Sam And Eliza Johnson Home is the collection of artifacts and memorabilia related to Sam Rayburn and his family. This includes personal items such as clothing, furniture, and photographs, as well as political memorabilia such as campaign buttons and posters.

In addition to the tours of the Sam And Eliza Johnson Home, visitors to the Johnson Branch Unit of the Ray Roberts Lake State Park can also enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, and boating. The park offers a range of facilities, including picnic areas, camping sites, and a swimming beach.

Overall, the Sam And Eliza Johnson Home is a fascinating and educational destination for anyone interested in American politics, history, or architecture. Its beautiful setting within the Ray Roberts Lake State Park makes it an ideal stop for those looking to combine indoor and outdoor activities during their visit to Texas. Get driving directions.
SAM AND ELIZA JOHNSON HOME

Points of Interest
Location
A Century of Use
A Grand Entrance
A Land Transformed
A More Perfect Society
A Presidential Hometown
A River Runs Through
Airplane Hangar Visitor Center
Aviation - Key to the Texas White House
Bringing Washington Home
Bruckner Barn - 1884
Carport
Cedar Guest House (Private)
Communicating with the World
Conserving The Landscape
Corrals
Danz Cabins
East Gate
Education for All
Flagpole Dedication to Rebekah Baines Johnson (President's mother)
Former Barracks area holding military trailers during presidential years
Friendship Stones
Frontier Legacy
Generations of Johnsons
Hereford: Breed of Choice
Historic Building
Housing the World
James Polk Johnson Barn - 1875
James Polk Johnson - Windmill and Cooler House
Johnson Cabin
Johnson City
Johnson Settlement.
Johnson Settlement Event Center
Johnson Settlement History
Junction School
Klein Maintenance Shop
LBJ Boyhood Home
LBJ National Historical Park Visitor Center
LBJ State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center
LBJ State Park Baseball Field
LBJ - The Image
Lifetime of Service
Loading Chute
Lockheed JetStar and Cover Structure
Low Water Crossing
Lyndon B. Johnson Boyhood Home - 1920s
Lyndon B. Johnson Legacy
Lyndon Johnson Birthplace
Martin Barn
Mr. Jelly Bean
Oriole Bailey House
Pool Cabana
Ranch Foreman Home
Roots of a Frontier President
Sam and Eliza Johnson Cabin - 1860s
Sam and Eliza Johnson Farmhouse
Sam and Eliza Johnson Home
Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm
Secret Service Command Post
Show Barn
State Historic Marker for Johnson Boyhood Home
Swimming Pool
Tetrahedron - Air directional indicator for airstrip
Texas White House
The Barbecue Grove
The Environmental First Lady
The Environmental President
The Jet Age Arrives
The Junction School
The LBJ Ranch: A Living Legend
The Reconstructed Birthplace
The Show Barn
The Texas White House
The Working Corrals
Valley Irrigation System
Watering the Landscape
White House Communications Complex
Withers & Spauldings General Store

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Badu Park 15 1,011 ft
San Saba Golf RV Park 30 1,179 ft
Colorado Bend State Park 35 1,284 ft
Lackland AFB Military Numerous 734 ft
Joe Ragsdale RV Park Numerous 1,194 ft