governor's mansion

grandmimi47

Guides are all volunteers who have studied the history of the building, no two tours are the same....and are geared to the age of the tourists

showmemo61

The mansion has wonderful docents dressed in period costumes that tell stories of the different governors and their family. Loved it

drdroad

This building with the Capitol in the background is perfect! Take a look at both of them at night, special.

BobR711

Just as pretty in the inside as the outside. The tour guides (docents) usually are dressed in late 1800 dress/costume and do a wonderful job of showing the mansion and giving a brief history of Missouri. The 20 - 30 minute tour is free. See details about the tours on the Manson's website. Groups need a reservation.

Z9065LMsharonb

In an alternate existence, I am an architectural historian. In this world however I just love historical buildings. I have been in the Mansion several times and often walk by it at lunch.Past history shows that each new First Lady redecorated to suit her family's needs. Thankfully, those days are gone.Decorated for Christmas, the mansion is breathtaking in Victorian splendor. The grounds although small are landscaped so that something is showing for each season. I wish they would install little plaques naming the plants for us amateur gardeners.I know tours of the Mansion are available. Check with the Mansion for dates and possible cost.

852markm

At Fall festival public had access to grounds and first level. Generous on the part of first family.

JakeAndCaysMom

Tours are offered of the first floor of the mansion. You will see well maintained furniture, art and decor plus get a mini history lesson about MO and some of it's governors and First Ladies. The tours are short and kid friendly.

GigiMB

Did not get a chance to tour the inside of the house, but did enjoy driving and walking around. Grounds were beautiful and well kept.

ritam773

I took my group of senior citizen travelers to Jefferson City on May 13, 14, 15, 2014. We toured the Governor's Mansion on May 15. The mansion is beautiful on the outside and the inside. Groups can only tour the first floor since the governor's family living quarters are on the second floor. It was interesting to see all the First Lady portraits and hear about them. I did not rate this activity as excellent, because I felt the tour was very rushed. Since it is May there were lots of school fields trips. I felt the tours were right on top of each other. They wanted to get you in and out. I know my group of seniors (over 50 years) would have liked to spend more time in the mansion. If you want to go to the mansion be careful of the month so your tour won't be so rushed!

ruthd389

Docents are available to give guided tours. Each governor and his wife have portraits hanging in the mansion. You will hear about what unique gift each governor gave to his successor when he left office.

563Sandy

The tour is well worth your time. Lots of historical information is given and the views are exceptional!

JanisueR

Stunning yard, a beautiful building. Park centrally and visit a number of other historical sites near. The genealogy center is closed Sunday check f it is open

splatmouse

Not normally open to visitors, it has a great garden area that is so beautiful. Not many places can get close to comparison. Even in the rush of state workers around the gardens I always feel at ease and its normally quite. Great place for pictures.

Bound4Lake

Visiting on a day when volunteers are showcasing the mansion and other activities is the best way to go. Making a special trip to the mansion gives you limited access to the lower level. Beautiful furnishings and a historic home, but not great for young children unless other activities are happening.

SteveK395

The tour is just 20 to 30 minutes long. It is only the first floor. It is well worth the time. Upon walking thru the front door, we felt that we had definitely stepped back in time. They have done a great job keeping it period correct. You will paintings of all the first ladies of Missouri. Take the time to check out the firepaces and the craftmanship that went into building not just them, but the entire mansion.