Governor's Mansion
Governor's Mansion
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Palace built by Thomas and Jennie Kearns at the turn of the century.
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gold-vintner
Indianapolis, IN1,240 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
One would hope that the interior is as magnificent as the exterior. Located just blocks south and a little east of the state capitol, the governor could walk to work......but I'll lay a bet that he doesn't.
Very unusual architecture in an area of very impressive homes. Would love to get a tour of the interior.
Very unusual architecture in an area of very impressive homes. Would love to get a tour of the interior.
Written 16 October 2018
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Mike B
Murray, UT52 contributions
Oct 2017 • Family
I actually went their by invitation of the former governor, a former student of mine. It was previous to 2017, and I understand their have been some changes, but that it is still a beautiful old mansion. It has a beautiful winding staircase, several guest bedrooms and marvelous meeting rooms. I was very impressed with the elegance and beauty in the Mansion. The furniture is still old Mansion styles.
Written 24 September 2018
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Wendy K
Austin, TX88 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
I learned a lot about utah through this trolley tour. It was a beautiful mansion though not the fist in utah. I had to get off the trolley to take a picture of it.
Written 1 July 2017
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Dar
Los Angeles, CA326 contributions
Jun 2016
The city itself is chalked with history and beautifully lined streets and upscale architectural delight's for your camera!
Written 17 August 2016
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WorldTravelers34
Chicago, IL2,467 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
My wife and I walked around this old mansion during a recent trip to SLC. Located on South Temple between “G” & “H” Streets, the mansion was built as a residence for early mining executive Thomas Kearns and is now the official residence of Utah’s Governor. The Governor’s Mansion is open for public tours (Free Admission).
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Built in 1902 by the prominent mining magnate, U.S. Senator Thomas Kearns, this elegant and opulent home was often a political debating center where the Senator conducted official business. Using the finest craftsmen and materials available, the residence was comparable in quality and style to eastern mansions like those of the Vanderbilts and Carnegies.
The Kearns mansion also served as a grand and elaborate place of entertainment where guests would dance to the music of live orchestras. President Theodore Roosevelt, a personal friend of Senator Kearns, dined there in 1903, as did many political and religious dignitaries throughout the period.
About:
Built in 1902 by the prominent mining magnate, U.S. Senator Thomas Kearns, this elegant and opulent home was often a political debating center where the Senator conducted official business. Using the finest craftsmen and materials available, the residence was comparable in quality and style to eastern mansions like those of the Vanderbilts and Carnegies.
The Kearns mansion also served as a grand and elaborate place of entertainment where guests would dance to the music of live orchestras. President Theodore Roosevelt, a personal friend of Senator Kearns, dined there in 1903, as did many political and religious dignitaries throughout the period.
Written 7 August 2016
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M Richard M
Kathmandu, Nepal1,830 contributions
Oct 2015 • Friends
An excellent example of what a Governor's Mansion should look like. Very well kept up, and has all the right trapments of a regal old mansion.
Written 11 October 2015
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Dunn45
Draper, UT1,212 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
I have lived in Salt Lake City for many years. Finally I took time to take the tour. I am glad that I did today. I am glad they renovated the building after the fire.
Written 6 August 2015
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Florencia49
Charlottesville, Va189 contributions
Jul 2015 • Business
Loved this mansion. Excellent guide. Very interesting history and beautiful house. Well worth the time. Check dates and times before you go though. A little off the beaten path so you want to plan well.
Written 6 July 2015
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ssmlutah
Cottonwood Heights, UT125 contributions
Jun 2015
Beautiful building but nothing to see except to drive buy it. If you are there, you could walk down to the Historical Presbyterian Church on the same side of the road.
Written 29 June 2015
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mini
Fremont, CA179,745 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
We stopped to take some photos of the Governor Mansion Its a beautiful mansion. Thomas and Jennie Kearns built the home in the 1800s. One can tour the mansion during the summer months and in December. For more information on this and times/etc. we have found its best to look at the web site for latest information on this.
Written 8 June 2015
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