The Washington governorship comes with at least one perk: residence in a 1908 Georgian mansion tucked behind the capitol dome. Built fast by the lowest bidder, the mansion has needed extensive work over the years, including a large-scale renovation led by the Evans administration in the 1970s. Most top executives allow regular public tours of the first floor guided by members of the nonprofit Governor’s Mansion Foundation; the free excursions fill up fast, especially during the holiday.
Mosaic State Seal
Entryway
The replica of Washington’s official logo shows off the simple seal made by Olympia jeweler Charles Talcott. When state officials presented him with
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