Our First Family's Home
Subtitle: The Ohio Governor's Residence and Heritage Garden
Contributors: Hope Taft (Foreword); Frances Strickland (Foreword); Mary Alice Mairose (Editor); Dianne McElwain (Illustrator); Ian Adams (Photographer)
Edition: 1 edition
Publisher: Ohio University Press; Ohio University Press, in association with the Friends of the Ohio Governor's Residence and Heritage Garden
Published: May 1, 2008
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 144
ISBN-13: 9780821417911
Subjects: Local history; Gardening; Gardening / Horticulture; Gardening/Plants; Garden Design; Historic Preservation; Public, Commercial, or Industrial Buildings; United States - State & Local - Midwest; Gardening / Garden Design; Architecture, Domestic; Biography; Columbus; Governors; Historic gardens; Ohio
Description: "This volume tells the story of the home that has served as Ohio's executive residence since 1957, and of the nine governors and their families who have lived in the house. Once in a state of decline, the house has been lovingly restored and improved by its residents. The Ohio Heritage Garden provides a unique perspective on Ohio's natural beauty and demonstrates the importance of preserving native plant species. Looking toward the future, the Residence is also taking the lead in promoting environmental issues such as solar power and green energy. Our First Family's Home offers the first complete history of the residence and garden that represent Ohio to visiting dignitaries and the citizens of the state alike."--BOOK JACKET.