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Texas Governor's MansionThe 81st Texas Legislature approves Funds to Restore Historic Texas Governor’s Mansion
The Texas Legislature has appropriated funds necessary to restore the 153-year-old Texas governor’s Mansion, which was nearly destroyed by fire in June, 2008. “I’d like to thank Texas Legislators and the many Texans from all walks of life who have contributed to saving the Texas Governor’s Mansion,” says Perry. “We now are able to restore this state treasure, so that future generations can walk the same halls as Sam Houston and take part in living history. I’m truly humbled by the outpouring of support I’ve seen since the fire last year and am thrilled that the citizens of Texas will continue to have a special place to call home.” To date, Texans have donated more than $3.4 million to the Texas Governor’s Mansion Restoration Fund to supplement public funds appropriated by the Legislature. Read more...

The Texas Governor’s Mansion
This premier historic home of Texas has served as the official residence of Texas governors and their families since 1856. It is the fourth oldest governor’s residence continuously occupied in the United States and the oldest governor’s mansion west of the Mississippi River.

Governor's Mansion After Fire

On June 8, 2008, arson devastated the Governor’s Mansion.  Even though the Mansion was empty and all its prized contents in storage, significant structural and architectural damage occurred.  It will cost millions of dollars to restore the national historic landmark.   This house belongs to all Texans and you can make a difference!  Please make a donation, large or small, to restore the Governor’s Mansion by contributing to the Texas Governor’s Mansion Restoration Fund.


Message From Texas First Lady Anita Perry

Texas First Lady Anita Perry

The Texas Governor’s Mansion suffered significant damage from arson in June 2008.  State leaders, concerned citizens, and preservationists were horrified and saddened by the damage to the historic Texas Governor’s Mansion.  These same Texans have vowed to rebuild this grand house, a symbol of Texas pride and an irreplaceable part of our State’s history.  In July 2008, I founded the “Texas Governor’s Mansion Restoration Fund,” a nonprofit organization established to raise money to rebuild this National Historic Landmark.

Our Texas Governor’s Mansion pre-dates the Texas Capitol and is the oldest home for governors in continuous use west of the Mississippi.  Elisha Pease was the first occupant; Sam Houston roamed its halls; Governor Hogg’s children slid down the banister; President McKinley and Will Rogers and many heads of state visited; Wilbert Lee “Pappy” O’Daniel hosted radio shows with his band; Governor Connally recuperated from the gunshot he suffered while riding with President Kennedy in the motorcade; George W. Bush awaited news of the outcome of the 2000 presidential election.  The Texas Governor’s Mansion belongs to all Texans and has been home to 40 governors since 1856.  The Mansion is part of our proud State’s legacy, and the site of these and countless other historic events.

Nearly one year after fire almost destroyed the 153-year-old Texas Governor's Mansion, the 81st Texas Legislature has appropriated $22 million in general revenue funds to restore this Texas treasure.  Private funds are also needed to provide for the best and most historic elements, as well as to ensure our Governor’s Mansion is safe, functional, and historically preserved for at least another 150 years.

Texans can make a difference and are encouraged to make donations - large or small - to restore the Governor’s Mansion to its former grandeur by contributing to the Texas Governor’s Mansion Restoration Fund.  Tax deductible donations may be made securely online at www.TexasOnline.com or by sending check or money order to:

Texas Governor’s Mansion Restoration Fund
P.O. Box 12878
Austin, TX 78711-2878. 

Thank you for your support.