Mansion History Book
The history of the Arkansas Governor’s Mansion is brought to life in a book authored by Arkansas historian John Gill. The coffee table-style book is titled “Open House: The Arkansas Governor’s Mansion and It’s Place In History”. It is full of pictures and personal stories beginning with Governor Sydney McMath, the first Governor to live in the Mansion, to present Governor Mike Beebe and their families. The book is a delightful read, with wonderful insight into how the Mansion began and how it evolved into a most impressive Arkansas landmark. The book retails for $50.00 plus tax and can be purchased at the following locations:
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In Little Rock, AR
- Wordsworth Books- 501.663.9198
- Historic Arkansas Museum- 501.324.9351
- State Capitol Gift Shop- 501.682.3593
- Clinton Museum Store- 501.748.0400
- River Market Books & Gifts- 501.918.3093
Around the state
- Winthrop Rockefeller Institute Gift Shop, Petit Jean, 501.727.5435
- Book and Frame Shop, Camden, 870.836.8108
You may also purchase the book online at http://www.uapress.com
- The University of Arkansas Press Home Page
- Click Site Search
- In the Search box, type Open House
- Sort By, Title
If you have questions, please contact the Governor’s Mansion at 501.324.9805 or email tiffany.dabbs@governor.arkansas.gov
