Warner House
This house, built in 1716, was the governor’s mansion during the mid–18th century, when Portsmouth was the state capital. (Who knew?) After a period as a private home, it was opened to the public in the 1930s. This stately brick structure with graceful Georgian architectural elements is a favorite among architectural historians for its wall murals—said to be the oldest murals still in place in the U.S.—early wall marbleizing, and original white pine paneling.
This house, built in 1716, was the governor’s mansion during the mid–18th century, when Portsmouth was the state capital. (Who knew?) After a period as a private home, it was opened to the public in the 1930s. This stately brick structure with graceful Georgian architectural elements is a favorite among architectural historians for its wall murals—said to be the oldest murals still in place in the U.S.—early wall marbleizing, and original white pine paneling.
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