Artist Gallery Talk

Both pieces are a part of the current exhibit, Commanding Presence: 100 Years of Women Artists, celebrating female artists from the Illinois State Museum's Art Collection from the last 100 years. This exhibit showcases 11 artworks, one for each decade from the 1920s to the present. More information about the exhibit is available at https://governorsmansion.illinois.gov/exhibition/commanding-presence.html

Many of the same policies for regular public tours of the Governor's Mansion, will also be in effect for this event. Please read the policies below carefully before making a reservation.

Reservations are required for all individuals and groups visiting the Mansion. Names of all individuals visiting are required at the time of your reservation. To gain entry to the Mansion grounds, all visitors over the age of 18 must present a government-issued photo ID or passport matching the name on the ticket issued. Children without a government-issued photo ID or passport must be accompanied by a registered adult. This event is free of charge.

All guests will begin at the Jackson Street gate, which is located on the north side of the Mansion between 4th and 5th Streets. This entrance is ADA accessible. Please inform the House Manager at (217) 782-6450 or send an e-mail to igmtours@illinois.gov one week before arriving if your group needs any special assistance or accommodations surrounding these requirements.

Guests should arrive 5-10 minutes prior to their scheduled tour time. Guests will be greeted at the Jackson Street gate by one of our interpreters and will be required to pass through a magnetometer upon entering the Mansion. This experience will be approximately 45 minutes.

Guests may not bring large personal bags or backpacks onto the grounds. Small bags will be allowed and are subject to search by security members. Unauthorized bags will be required to be stored offsite.

For any changes or cancellations to your reservation please update through Eventbrite. If you have any concerns or questions regarding your reservation, please notify the Illinois Governor’s Mansion by calling (217) 782-6450 or sending an e-mail to igmtours@illinois.gov 24 hours in advance of your scheduled time.

Reservations for our regular art or history tours can be made at https://illinoisgovernorsmansiontour.eventbrite.com

Watch the video below for a brief tour of the Illinois Governor's Mansion led by First Lady MK Pritzker.