The 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.