Commonly referred to as the “Palace” back in its day, the Old Governor’s Mansion is believed to be the US’ oldest official executive residence that is still in use today. Its construction was completed in 1798 and continuously been used since.

The Old Governor’s Mansion has received many distinguished guests in the past. The list includes the former presidents Theodore Roosevelt and Andrew Jackson. It also showed its hospitality to Louis Philippe of France, Marquis de Lafayette, William Jennings Bryan, and Henry Clay.

Repairs and renovations were done extensively on the site, as it has been a victim of time and neglect. Today, it is under the care and management of the Kentucky Historical Society, who offers free tours around the historic house regularly.