National Register of Historic Places

Governor's Mansion

Governor's Mansion is a historic place in Austin, Travis County, Texas, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on August 25, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000896.

Austin, Travis County, TexasListed August 25, 1970NRIS #70000896★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Governor's Mansion?

The Texas Governor's Mansion is a historic home for the governor of Texas in downtown Austin, Texas. Designed by prominent architect Abner Cook, it was built in 1854 and has been the home of every governor since 1856. Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Phalen Abbott are the current residents.

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Listing details

Name
Governor's Mansion
City
Austin
County
Travis County
State
Texas
Listed on the National Register
August 25, 1970
NRIS reference number
70000896
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
30.27298, -97.74307
When was Governor's Mansion listed on the National Register?

Governor's Mansion was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 25, 1970.

Where is Governor's Mansion located?

Governor's Mansion is located in Austin, Travis County, Texas at approximately 30.27298, -97.74307. See the map above.

Is Governor's Mansion a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Governor's Mansion is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.