GOVERNOR'S RESIDENCE
HARTFORD, CT
The Governor's Residence in Hartford, Connecticut is a historic mansion located on Prospect Avenue. Built in 1909, the mansion was designed by the renowned New York architecture firm Tracy & Swartwout and was originally owned by the prominent Colt family. In 1943, the state of Connecticut purchased the property and it became the official residence of the governor.
The mansion boasts stunning Beaux-Arts architecture, with its grand entrance featuring a sweeping staircase and Ionic columns. The interior is equally impressive, with ornate moldings, marble fireplaces, and intricate chandeliers. The residence also features a formal dining room, a ballroom, and several sitting rooms.
The property spans over 4 acres and includes a beautiful garden with a fountain, a greenhouse, and a pool. The mansion is surrounded by lush greenery and offers stunning views of the city of Hartford.
The Governor's Residence is not only a symbol of Connecticut's rich history but also serves as a hub for official state events and functions. The mansion is open to the public for guided tours on select dates and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
GOVERNOR'S RESIDENCE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in HARTFORD CT. US MID #8400900410
The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).
Contact GOVERNOR'S RESIDENCE
- telephone: 8605237014
GOVERNORS RESIDENCE CONSERVANCY INC
990 PROSPECT AVE
HARTFORD
CT
06105-1102
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GOVERNOR'S RESIDENCE Information
MID # | 8400900410 |
Name | GOVERNORS RESIDENCE CONSERVANCY INC |
Alternate Name | GOVERNOR'S RESIDENCE |
Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 223297198 |
NTEECC | A82 |
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201306 |
INCOME | 76,757 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 41.778497, -72.71402 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 09 FIPS County Code: 003 US Census Tract: 524502 US Census Block: 2005 |