Government House, Belize, Colonial building and museum in Belize City, Belize

Government House in Belize City is a colonial building erected in 1814, said to have been built to plans by the British architect Christopher Wren, combining Caribbean vernacular and English urban architecture. It now houses the House of Culture Museum, with exhibits of colonial glassware, silverware and furniture, plus a collection of archival records.

The building was constructed in 1814 and served as the official residence of British governors until 1961. After Hurricane Hattie, government operations relocated to Belmopan and the house was later transformed into a cultural museum.

The building functions today as the House of Culture Museum and displays collections of colonial furniture, musical instruments, and traditional silverware. Visitors can walk through the rooms and see objects that reflect the daily life of its former residents.

The museum is accessible to visitors on most days and offers guided tours through its rooms. The site is also suitable for private events, both in indoor spaces and on the grounds.

The building is attributed to plans by Christopher Wren, though no document confirms this. After the government moved to Belmopan in 1961, it served as a guest house for visiting VIPs before becoming a museum. Its collection includes colonial glassware, silverware, furniture and archival records.