Homes to generations of state leaders and their families, governors’ mansions have been staples of the American landscape since the country’s founding. From refurbished sites of historical significance to bespoke masterpieces, the grand homes and gardens of U.S. governors offer a unique glimpse into how architecture, interior design, and landscapes can serve a civic purpose.
Join Morven (New Jersey’s first governor’s mansion) as we explore four current governor’s mansions, traveling from New Jersey to Virginia, Hawai’i, and Maine. Learn from experts about how these spaces were created to embody the state and the people they seek to represent.
The first event is Tuesday, March 5 at 6:30, exploring Drumthwacket, New Jersey’s Governor’s Mansion. Then, on Wednesday, March 13, we will visit First House, Virginia’s Executive Mansion, followed on March 20 by an exploration of Washington Place, the People’s Home of Hawai’i (below). The final event takes place on March 27 at The Blaine House, Home to Maine’s Governors.
The virtual series is $70 for the general public. Register at https://www.morven.org/upcoming/grandhomes24series You may also register for individual sessions.
