Pennsylvania Governor's Residence

04/22/2024

Happy Earth Day! The Governor’s Residence features multiple green features, all with the aim of promoting reduction, reuse and renewability. For example, these solar panels on the south-facing roof of the residence provide not only a source of clean electricity to the Residence but also an uninterrupted power supply of renewable energy for critical communications systems.

For more information on green features at the Residence, visit https://www.residence.pa.gov/The-Residence/Pages/Green-Features.aspx.

01/10/2024

12/21/2023

Thanks to the support and work of volunteers and residence staff, the Governor’s Residence has been beautifully decorated for the holidays. Please enjoy this compilation of photos that display the decorations throughout the residence. Want to see more? Check out the Flickr album at https://www.flickr.com/photos/pagovernor/albums/72177720313381044/

07/06/2023

The Governor and First Lady are honored to partner with Moore College of Art and Design to curate a Pride Month exhibit at the Residence. This exhibition is a celebration of the Moore community and its commitment to providing a welcoming, engaging, and empowering environment for its students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the public. Current students were invited to submit work based on their identification with and respect for Pride Month and its meaning.

To further celebrate the freedom to love, the Residence hosted a Pride Month Reception alongside the Governor’s Commission on LGBTQ+ Affairs. We were thrilled our friends from Moore College could join us for the occasion.

07/04/2023

Happy Independence Day!

As a symbol of our commitment to advancing real freedom for all, we are honored that portraits of James and Charlotte Forten hang at the Residence.

James Forten, a Revolutionary War veteran from Philly, and his wife Charlotte Vandine Forten spent their lives fighting for the abolition of slavery.

Together they helped build a robust community of free African Americans in early Philadelphia.

At the Museum of the American Revolution, the Governor and First Lady saw an exhibit featuring the lives of the Forten family and were inspired by their work to create a more just and free country.

06/22/2023

A few weeks ago, the First Lady spent the day at The Clay Studio in Philadelphia to learn about their programs and how they support local artists. While on site she participated in a hands-on activity with Community Engagement Assistant, Nitza. Check out the final product!

The Clay Studio offers students, artists and the public the opportunity to join a welcoming community that allows people to express their creativity as a force for good.

06/15/2023

The gardens at the Governor’s Residence are blooming! 🌼🤩 Roses, tomatoes, and lettuce are just some of the plants that are flourishing on the grounds. A yellow-crowned night heron, which can be found along the Susquehanna River during the spring and summer months, has also made an appearance. What are your favorite flowers and vegetables to grow in your garden?

06/02/2023

Earlier this week, the Governor and First Lady hosted a reception at the Governor’s Residence to close out Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The celebration featured performances, artwork, and remarks by community leaders. The event took place with perfect weather, allowing for guests to take a walk in the rose garden . 🌹

05/25/2023

💗💗💗 We were thrilled to host the PA Breast Cancer Coalition’s annual luncheon yesterday at the Residence along with the First Lady. Like every First Lady since 1993, First Lady Lori Shapiro will serve as the Coalition’s honorary board chair.

Supporting women is paramount to the Governor and First Lady. Earlier this month the Governor signed Act 1 of 2023, allowing Pennsylvanians at high risk to have access to:

✔️ No-cost breast MRI
✔️ No-cost breast ultrasound
✔️ No-cost genetic testing
✔️ No-cost genetic counseling

04/24/2023

📣 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is looking for a motivated hospitality professional to join our team as an Executive Residence Director and oversee the care of the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence! In this role, you'll coordinate functions and activities to ensure maximum comfort, attention, and service to the First Family and their guests. If you're up for the challenge of managing a smooth and efficient operation, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality career. bit.ly/3N44qoN

03/30/2023

Not to brag — we did a pretty good job hiding the Easter eggs. 💁

We had a great time hosting Pre-K for PA and some of the most beloved bunnies in Pennsylvania. 🐇

03/27/2023

We hand packed and hid more than 1,700 treats throughout our grounds in preparation for tomorrow's egg hunt with Pre-K for PA. 🐣

We ~definitely~ didn't hide any in the bushes. *wink wink*

03/27/2023

Last week, John and Rosemary Baer came by to see Nick Ruggieri's watercolor paintings before the exhibit returned to The State Museum of Pennsylvania.

Ruggieri, Rosemary's father, was the art director of PennLive.com when he embarked on a journey across Pennsylvania to capture the beauty of all 67 counties in honor of America's bicentennial.

You can check out similar work at the state museum.

03/24/2023

This week, the executive director for the Pennsylvania Commission for Women came by to discuss priorities with First Lady Lori Shapiro and how they can work together to help address maternal health, period equity, child care, and paid family leave in Pennsylvania.

We're excited to see the Governor's initiatives to protect women and girls move forward.

03/21/2023

First Lady Lori Shapiro and Chef Barry visited Valerio Coffee Roasters to sample some of the Pennsylvania-sourced brews that we serve at the Residence.

03/15/2023

Docents of the Governor's Residence are trained volunteers who help tell our story to Pennsylvanians.

Today we hosted this year's annual meeting with First Lady Lori Shapiro.

Some of our volunteers have supported the Governor's Residence for over 40 years.

Want to volunteer as a docent? Reach us: bit.ly/ContactResidence.

03/10/2023

Help us plan events and welcome Pennsylvanians to the Governor’s Residence.

Apply today: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/3948253/governors-residence-event-manager-administrative-officer-2

03/06/2023

We're now featuring watercolor paintings by Nick Ruggieri at the Governor's Residence.

The paintings on display are from a more extensive bicentennial collection by Ruggieri which captured scenes from all of Pennsylvania's 67 counties.

Each of the stoic watercolor paintings represents the cultural and historical heritage of the county through the eyes of Ruggieri.

03/03/2023

This week, we hosted community leaders from across the Commonwealth to celebrate Black History Month.

Our guests included trailblazers such as Rep. Joanna McClinton, Pennsylvania’s first female speaker of the house, and renowned artist and songwriter Ashli Rice Music — who delivered an incredible performance.

We also marked the occasion with drinks prepared with Mishka Premium Vodka, the oldest operating Black-owned distillery in Pennsylvania and the nation.

02/27/2023

Here's a sneak peek at some of the work we have on display in honor of Black History Month.

Last week, First Lady Lori Shapiro and the State Museum of Pennsylvania put up the profound, award-winning portfolio Voices of the Revolution by Edith Jaffy Kaplan, the first female art director of an American advertising agency.

Paired with poetry and historical quotes, Voices of the Revolution is both a reflection of the suffering, fear, and violence, and a commemoration of the hope, brotherhood, and courage of the Civil Rights Movement.

12/22/2022

Please note, due to potentially hazardous weather conditions and in consideration for the safety of our guests, the Governor’s Residence will not be open for tours on Friday, December 23, 2022. We wish you a happy holiday season!

12/20/2022

Earlier this month, we hosted our annual Holiday Open House. Guests enjoyed an afternoon of entertainment, cookies, and hot chocolate! We still have self-guided tours available through December 23. For info, visit residence.pa.gov/Tours

12/09/2022

🎄Governor Tom Wolf and First Lady Frances Wolf invite the public to join them this Sunday, December 11 for a Holiday Open House at the Governor’s Residence, located at 2035 North Front Street. The open house, which will run from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, will be held in conjunction with the Historic Harrisburg Association’s Annual Candlelight House Tour.

For a schedule of events, including performance times, decorations contributors, and more, visit: https://www.residence.pa.gov/Tours/Pages/holiday-open-house.aspx

12/01/2022

Join us for an afternoon of entertainment, cookies, and hot chocolate as our Holiday Open House returns Sunday, December 11!

This free and open to the public. Registration is not required.

For more info, visit: residence.pa.gov/Tours/Pages/holiday-open-house.aspx

11/04/2022

An appreciation post of the 🍂 Schedule your visit today to experience our five gardens in-person at residence.pa.gov/tours

10/27/2022

Join us for Trick-or-Treat Night at the Governor's Residence tonight! The weather looks like it'll make for a great evening! 🎃👻

Trick-or-Treat Night returns to the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence on October 27!

Kids in costume can stop by to enjoy professionally carved pumpkins, and of course, chocolate candy at the Governor's Residence during the city of Harrisburg's trick-or-treat times from 5 pm - 7pm.

For more info on Trick-or-Treat Night at the Governor's Residence, visit: https://www.residence.pa.gov/Tours/Pages/trick-or-treat-night.aspx

10/21/2022

Trick-or-Treat Night returns to the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence on October 27!

Kids in costume can stop by to enjoy professionally carved pumpkins, and of course, chocolate candy at the Governor's Residence during the city of Harrisburg's trick-or-treat times from 5 pm - 7pm.

For more info on Trick-or-Treat Night at the Governor's Residence, visit: https://www.residence.pa.gov/Tours/Pages/trick-or-treat-night.aspx

10/13/2022

Just another in appreciation post. Schedule your visit to the today to experience the foilage changing colors in our beloved for yourself. residence.pa.gov/tours

10/01/2022

at the Residence is one of our favorite times of year! 🍂 We're looking forward to the leaves changing colors in the coming weeks ahead and encourage you to schedule a tour of the Residence to see this beautiful site for yourself. 🍁 Book your visit today at https://residence.pa.gov/tours