Photographer: Stan A. Williams

Founded by Lady Bird Johnson in 1982, this 42-acre site includes numerous research display gardens, landscaped areas, and themed gardens. The Center is the only national nonprofit research and educational organization committed to the preservation and re-establishment of native plants in planned landscapes. Visitor center with museum-quality exhibits. Especially colorful during spring. In southwest Austin; from I-35, take Slaughter Ln. Exit 227 west to Loop 1; south .8 mi.; left to La Crosse Ave. Admission fee.