Items related to Our First Family’s Home: The Ohio Governor’s...
Synopsis
This richly illustrated 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. 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. Once in a state of decline, the house has been lovingly restored and improved by its residents. Development of the Ohio Heritage Garden has increased the educational potential of the house and has sparked an interest in the preservation of 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.
Photographs by award-winning environmental photographer Ian Adams and botanical art by Dianne McElwain showcase the beauty of the home’s architecture and the myriad of native plants that grace the three acres on which the Residence stands. Dianne McElwain is a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists in New York. Her botanical paintings have won numerous awards and are found in prestigious collections throughout the United States.
Essays highlight the Jacobethan Revival architecture and the history of the home. The remaining pieces cover the garden and include an intimate tour of the Heritage Garden, which was inspired by Ohio’s diverse landscape. Finally, Governor Ted Strickland and First Lady Frances Strickland discuss the increasing focus on green energy at the Governor’s Residence and First Lady Emerita Hope Taft explains how native plants can help sustain the environment.
Photographs by award-winning environmental photographer Ian Adams and botanical art by Dianne McElwain showcase the beauty of the home’s architecture and the myriad of native plants that grace the three acres on which the Residence stands. Dianne McElwain is a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists in New York. Her botanical paintings have won numerous awards and are found in prestigious collections throughout the United States.
Essays highlight the Jacobethan Revival architecture and the history of the home. The remaining pieces cover the garden and include an intimate tour of the Heritage Garden, which was inspired by Ohio’s diverse landscape. Finally, Governor Ted Strickland and First Lady Frances Strickland discuss the increasing focus on green energy at the Governor’s Residence and First Lady Emerita Hope Taft explains how native plants can help sustain the environment.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Mary Alice Mairose is the residence curator at the Ohio Governor's Residence.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for Our First Family’s Home: The Ohio Governor’s...
Stock Image
Our First Family's Home
Seller: Library House Internet Sales, Grand Rapids, OH, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. McElwain, Dianne (illustrator). This richly illustrated 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. 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. Once in a state of decline, the house has been lovingly restored and improved by its residents. Development of the Ohio Heritage Garden has increased the educational potential of the house and has sparked an interest in the preservation of 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. Photographs by award-winning environmental photographer Ian Adams and botanical art by Dianne McElwain showcase the beauty of the home's architecture and the myriad of native plants that grace the three acres on which the Residence stands. Dianne McElwain is a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists in New York. Her botanical paintings have won numerous awards and are found in prestigious collections throughout the United States. Essays highlight the Jacobethan Revival architecture and the history of the home. The remaining pieces cover the garden and include an intimate tour of the Heritage Garden, which was inspired by Ohio's diverse landscape. Finally, Governor Ted Strickland and First Lady Frances Strickland discuss the increasing focus on green energy at the Governor's Residence and First Lady Emerita Hope Taft explains how native plants can help sustain the environment. Piece(s) of the spine missing. Due to age and/or environmental conditions, the pages of this book have darkened. Former library book. Mylar protector included. Binding is moderately loose. Some pages are falling out. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Ex-Library. Seller Inventory # 123767294
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Our First Family?s Home: The Ohio Governor?s Residence and Heritage Garden
Seller: MyLibraryMarket, Waynesville, OH, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. McElwain, Dianne (illustrator). ***Please Read*** No marks on text - My shelf location 21-C*. Seller Inventory # 250527015
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Our First Family?s Home: The Ohio Governor?s Residence and Heritage Garden
Seller: Basement Seller 101, Cincinnati, OH, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Like New. McElwain, Dianne (illustrator). Signed by first lady, Hope Taft and contributors like Dewey Hollister, Dianne McElwain and Gary Meisner; No dust jacket, red cloth binding. Seller Inventory # 231026001
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Our First Family's Home: The Ohio Governor's Residence and Heritage Garden
Published by
Ohio University Press, 2008
ISBN 10: 0821417908
ISBN 13: 9780821417904
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Signed
Seller: Crestview Books, Westerville, OH, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Collectible: Like New. Dust Jacket Condition: Like New. McElwain, Dianne (illustrator). 1st Edition. Signed by Hope Taft & Karen Kasich on half-tile page. Like new hardback and jacket! Appears unread. No owners' names/labels. Text is clean, unmarked. First edition, 1st printing. Full number line with "1". (Shelf: C5) Books are carefully sealed in waterproof poly and boxed to prevent damage during transit. Signed. Seller Inventory # 085644
Quantity: 1 available