Gov. Sean Parnell opened the doors of the Governor's Mansion in Juneau Tuesday afternoon, as he and his wife Sandy hosted the annual Christmas and holiday open house.
Staff prepared 24,000 cookies and 200 pounds of fudge for the annual tradition, which took place from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Visitors were also served hot cider and other holiday treats by members of the governor's cabinet.
This year is the 100th anniversary of the mansion, which was built in 1912. The open house has happened in 98 of those years, after being skipped twice during World War II.
“This open house is really our time to open up Alaska's house, enjoy meeting about 3,500 people as they come through to get cookies and treats, and hear some great music from some local artists and musicians,” Parnell said.
In honor of the centennial celebration, a “Polar Express” theme was incorporated into the Winter Wonderland display, complete with a conductor on hand to stamp each child's train ticket.
Contact Ashleigh Ebert
Governor's Mansion Holds Open House in Juneau
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