Florida Governor's Mansion

The Florida Governor's Mansion is the official residence of Florida's governor in Tallahassee. The building sits on a small estate on North Adams Street and contains 30 rooms across multiple floors, with some serving as state rooms and others as private living areas.

The current building was completed in 1956 and replaced an earlier 1907 structure that had deteriorated. Architect Marion Sims Wyeth designed the new mansion in Colonial Revival style, connecting Florida's political life to architectural forms from an earlier era.

The mansion gets its name from its role as the official home of Florida's governor, linking state power to everyday residential life. Visitors can see rooms filled with antique furniture that shows how earlier generations lived and how the executive branch presented itself to Floridians.

Guided tours are available throughout the year and must be reserved in advance. The tours are led by trained volunteers and last about one hour while you explore the state rooms.

The entrance courtyard features a bronze sculpture showing five children and a dog playing together. This artwork was dedicated to all the children of the state and captures moments of joy and shared play.

Location: Tallahassee

Architects: Marion Sims Wyeth

Architectural style: Colonial Revival architecture

Website: https://floridagovernorsmansion.com

GPS coordinates: 30.44972,-84.28250

Latest update: December 18, 2025 15:40