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OLYMPIA ? After a summer hiatus, the Governor's Mansion Foundation will once again host 30-minute tours starting in September. Visitors will get to see new furnishings and a temporary art exhibit by Washington artists.
For reservations, complete an online?Mansion tour request form. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance?(tour slots fill up fast).?The tours are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis and each tour is open to 20 guests. For questions or additional information, call 360-902-8880 or email [email protected]?(include "Gov. Mansion Tours" in subject line).?
Tour details
Adult tour guests must present photo identification and all visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Masks are not required. No umbrellas, strollers or food/drink will be allowed on the tour. The Mansion is accessible to wheelchairs and walkers. Visitors must walk a 200-yard incline up to the entrance.
The tours are hosted by the Governor?s Mansion Foundation docents. The circa-1908 Mansion is the oldest building on Olympia?s Capitol Campus. Visitors will get guided tours of the Mansion?s permanent collection of antique furnishings and Northwest artwork, including the renowned wall-size murals of Washington scenes in the state dining room.
Campus parking near the Governor?s Mansion is limited.?Please see the Capitol Campus Interactive Map.
Tour times - Wednesday, Sept. 13
- 10 a.m.
- 10:30 a.m.
- 11 a.m.
- 11:30 a.m.
October, November and December tour dates to be announced.
The?Governor?s Mansion Foundation, independent of the Governor?s office and Governor, is an all-volunteer, non-profit, non-partisan organization responsible for maintaining and enhancing furnishings and art for the public rooms of the Mansion.?
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