Mississippi Governor's Mansion, Official residence in Jackson, United States.
Description
The Mississippi Governor's Mansion is a residence built in Greek Revival style located on East Capitol Street in Jackson, featuring white columns, symmetrical windows, and detailed cornices. The three-story building contains many rooms designed for both private living and official state events.
History
Construction began in 1839 under architect William Nichols and was completed in 1842 to serve as the official governor's residence. The building has housed numerous governors and their families continuously since its opening.
Culture
The building displays furnishings from different periods that reflect how governors and their families have lived there over generations. Visitors can see how the rooms were arranged and used for both daily life and official state functions.
Practical
Tours of the building operate on weekday mornings and require advance reservations to visit. It is helpful to call ahead to schedule a time and ensure the house is open when you plan to arrive.
Did you know?
The mansion is one of the oldest continuously occupied governor's homes in the United States and has been in use since its completion. This unbroken occupation spanning nearly two centuries makes it a remarkable record of the state's administrative history.
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