FRIENDS OF THE GOVERNORS MANSION

AUSTIN, TX

Mayfield Park 1 Mayfield Park, a historic cottage, gardens and nature preserve in west Austin, Texas. — Mayfield Park 1 Credit: Cesar's iPhoneography

Friends of the Governor's Mansion is a non-profit organization that was established in 1983 to support the preservation and restoration of the historic Governor's Mansion in Austin, Texas. The organization is dedicated to promoting community awareness and appreciation of the Mansion's rich history and architectural significance.

The Governor's Mansion is a 30-room Greek Revival-style mansion that was built in 1856 and has served as the official residence of Texas governors for over 150 years. It is one of the oldest continuously occupied governor's residences in the United States and is considered one of the most important historical landmarks in Texas.

Friends of the Governor's Mansion works closely with the Texas Historical Commission and the Governor's Mansion Restoration Fund to ensure the preservation of the Mansion for future generations. The organization raises funds through donations, memberships, and special events to support restoration efforts, educational programs, and public outreach initiatives.

In addition to supporting the preservation of the Mansion, Friends of the Governor's Mansion offers a variety of educational programs and events to promote awareness and appreciation of Texas history and culture. These include guided tours of the Mansion, lectures on Texas history, and cultural events such as music performances and art exhibits.

Overall, Friends of the Governor's Mansion plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the rich history and cultural heritage of Texas through its support of the historic Governor's Mansion in Austin.

FRIENDS OF THE GOVERNORS MANSION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in AUSTIN TX. US MID #8404801490

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 287,743 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

One of the suspenders of the new suspension bridge being built across Shoal Creek

Contact FRIENDS OF THE GOVERNORS MANSION

FRIENDS OF THE GOVERNORS MANSION
PO BOX 2447
AUSTIN
TX
78768-2447

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FRIENDS OF THE GOVERNORS MANSION Information

MID #	8404801490
Name	FRIENDS OF THE GOVERNORS MANSION
Alternate Name
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	751678603
NTEECC	A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	335,134
REVENUE	287,743
LAT/LONG	30.268349, -97.746555
CODES	FIPS State Code: 48 FIPS County Code: 453 US Census Tract: 001100 US Census Block: 1085