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Finance and Administration Cabinet
Old Governor’s Mansion Garden hosts August lunchtime entertainment
FRANKFORT, Ky.—The Kentucky Division of Historic Properties will host five luncheons at the Old Governor’s Mansion, 420 High Street in Frankfort, beginning Thursday, August 3 and continuing each Thursday during the month of August. The luncheons will run from 12-1 p.m.
Lunchtime entertainment will range each week from a horticulture tour and discussion of the Old Mansion gardens led by the garden’s designer, to musical performances and history discussions.
The scheduled performers are:
August 3—Joe Meyer and Sadie Meyer (Guitar and violin)
August 10—Nicole Cox Markle from Liberty Hall (Historic Discussion)
August 17—Ben Sollee, Cello (Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour Folk Orchestra)
August 24—Tim Depenbrock (Landscape Architect)
August 31—Joy Jeffries, What To Do In Frankfort
Sack lunches for the events may be purchased through the Division of Historic Properties for $6. Credit or debit cards are preferred. Orders for lunch must be made to the Division of Historic Properties at least three days prior to the event date. Visitors may also bring their own lunch. Seating is limited, so please reserve your place by calling 502/564-3000, ext. 228 or 226.
During the luncheons, the mansion’s first floor and gardens will be open to the public for free, guided tours. Convenient parking is available off Clinton Street in the lot adjacent to the Luscher House, directly across from the garden entrance. Attendees will also be registered for a chance to win a copy of the Division of Historic Properties’ recently acquired Paul Sawyier print of the historic Berry Mansion.
The Old Governor’s Mansion is available for private rental for birthday parties, anniversary functions, weddings and receptions or other special occasions. The first floor formal dining room provides a quiet setting for meetings or small luncheons. The gardens and patio provide a beautiful backdrop for any special event. For rental information and availability of the Old Governor’s Mansion and its formal garden, please contact the Division of Historic Properties at 502/564-3000 ext. 228 or 226.
Construction on Kentucky’s Old Governor’s Mansion, the commonwealth’s original executive residence, was completed in 1798. The mansion was home to Kentucky governors from 1798 until 1914, when the current executive residence was built. The Old Governor’s Mansion also served as the Governor’s Office until the Old State Capitol Annex building was constructed in 1872. During the mid-20th century, the Old Governor’s Mansion was renovated and became the home of Kentucky’s Lieutenant Governors until 2002. In its 100+ years, the house has undergone several style changes, including a major restoration was completed in 2004.
Often referred to as the “Palace” in its early days, the mansion has always been distinguished by the hospitality of its occupants. The parlor and formal dining room have welcomed many United States presidents, officials of state and dignitaries, including Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and Andrew Jackson. Guided tours give visitors a sense of life in the Old Governor’s Mansion throughout its many periods, including explanations of various types of furnishings and decorative arts within the mansion. On display includes a portrait of Governor J.C.W. Beckham, painted by his daughter Eleanor Beckham, the first child born at the executive residence in 1901 and a silver tea service given to Governor Beckham by the citizens of Frankfort in 1907.
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