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Texas · United States
This premier historic home has served as the official residence of Texas governors and their families since 1856. It is the fourth oldest continuously occupied governor’s residence in the country and the oldest governor’s mansion west of the Mississippi River. On June 8, 2008, the Governor's Mansion was severely damaged by arson. The Mansion was empty and all its prized contents in storage, but significant structural and architectural damage occurred to the house. With broad support from preservationists, lawmakers and Texans from all walks of life, the arsonist has not been given the last word in the history of this Texas treasure. The Governor’s Mansion has been fully restored and will be occupied by governors and their families for many more decades to come.
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9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Texas Governor's Mansion
Welcome to the Texas Governor's Mansion. I am delighted to serve as your guide today. …
Listen in the app2The Iconic Front Porch & Exterior
As we approach the structure, I invite you to step up onto what has rightly been called the most iconic porch in all of Texas. The sheer architectural scale of the towering white columns and the expansive verandas immediately…
Listen in the app3The Entry Hall & The Hogg Staircase
As we step through the heavy wooden front doors and into the grand entry hall of the Texas Governor's Mansion, you are immediately greeted by an atmosphere of profound historical weight. Notice the subtle scent of polished wood…
Listen in the app4The Small Parlor & The Ghost of Sam Houston
Moving gently into the small parlor, situated thoughtfully on the north side of the house, you will find a space that feels surprisingly intimate despite its formal trappings. Let your eyes wander upward to appreciate the…
Listen in the app5The Large Parlor & Formal Entertaining
As we transition from the intimate setting of the small parlor, we find ourselves stepping into the magnificent expanse of the large parlor. Immediately, the sensory experience shifts. …
Listen in the app6The Mansion Library
Leaving the grandeur of the large parlor behind, we gently cross the threshold into the mansion library, an area specifically dedicated to more informal entertaining and quiet, contemplative study. The atmosphere here is…
Listen in the app7The Historic Dining Room
As we continue our journey through the private and public spheres of the mansion, we now enter the dining room, a space where culinary diplomacy and familial bonds have seamlessly intertwined for over sixteen decades. Close your…
Listen in the app8The Conservatory & Memento Collection
Our final interior stop brings us into the bright, airy expanse of the conservatory. Notice how the quality of light changes dramatically in this space. …
Listen in the app9Closing
As we step back out into the bright Texas sunshine, concluding our journey through the Governor's Mansion, I encourage you to take one final, lingering look at its stately facade. We have walked through rooms that have hosted…
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What is Texas Governor's Mansion?
Texas Governor's Mansion is a place in Texas · United States with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Texas · United States |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 30.2727, -97.7430 |
| Last updated |
