Tennessee Governor's Mansion

The Tennessee Governor's Mansion is a three-story Georgian building with brick facades and detailed cornice work situated on extensive grounds. The property expanded in 2010 with Conservation Hall, featuring a glass-walled atrium that opens to the sky and accommodates up to 160 guests.

The building was constructed in 1929 for William Ridley Wills and purchased by the State of Tennessee in 1949 to serve as the official residence for governors and their families. This acquisition marked an important transition in how the state housed its chief executives.

The residence functions as a center for state ceremonies and displays artworks from Tennessee, historical portraits, and regional literary works. Visitors can see rooms where important meetings and official events take place.

The estate is easily accessible by public roads with parking available around the grounds. Visitors will find mostly level paths and discover that most areas are straightforward to navigate.

The gardens contain an extensive arboretum with diverse tree species and thousands of daffodils that create spectacular spring color across the grounds. These plant collections make the grounds a botanical destination beyond its role as an official residence.

Location: Oak Hill

Inception: 1929

Architectural style: Georgian architecture

Floors above the ground: 3

GPS coordinates: 36.09410,-86.77770

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:31