The Alabama Governor's Mansion serves as the people's house. One of the most special traditions is opening it to the public for Christmas. On the first three Monday nights in December, The Governor's Mansion opens for candlelight tours. Visitors can view the Governor's Mansion holiday decor, enjoy live choir performances and sample Alabama-made goods at the gift shop. During the tours, rooms open to the public, which include the main entrance, dining room, sitting room, sun room and more, feature holiday decor by volunteer designers from around the state. While each room displays a different decorating style, all showcase a classic and charming Christmas look. In addition, the Farley-Hill House, which is located next door to the mansion and typically used as a meeting space, is also decorated and open for public viewing during the tour. Guests are also able to listen to live music performed by different children's choirs each night on the staircase of the mansion.
Alabama Governor’s Mansion was designed in 1907 by T. Weatherly Carter. It was originally the private home of the Ligon family. Since 1951, it has served as the official residence of the Governor and First Family of Alabama.
