GOVERNOR’S MANSION TOUR POLICY
Thank you for your interest in the Illinois Governor’s Mansion. The People’s House has both a revitalized look and mission. The Governor’s Mansion is a historic landmark that serves as an official residence of the First Family. Visitors will enjoy the elegance of our refurbished and recently renovated Mansion, and experience Illinois history and art.
Governor JB and First Lady MK Pritzker welcome you.
TOUR OVERVIEW
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources trained staff and volunteers, called "interpreters," will lead your tour. Self-guided tours are not permitted.
Reservations are required for all individuals and groups touring the Mansion. Names of all individuals touring 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 under the age of 18 are welcome without an ID or passport when accompanied by an adult. Tours are free of charge.
All tours 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.
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.
Tour length is approximately fifty-five minutes. Guests will be required to pass through a magnetometer upon entering the Mansion.
BOOKING TOURS
All tours must be booked through Eventbrite, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/161697795459.
Tours must be booked 48 hours in advance and are limited to 15 individuals.
Group sizes are limited to 15 people per time slot. Groups greater than 15 people must divide into smaller subgroups and book at separate times.
School groups should inquire about tours by email to igmtours@Illinois.gov.
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.gov24 hours in advance of your scheduled tour time.
TOUR HOURS
The Governor’s Mansion is open to scheduled tours on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 1:45pm & 3:00pm Exact availability will be displayed at the time of reservation.
Please note: The Governor’s Mansion reserves the right to cancel tours at any time up to the time of the scheduled tour.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Illinois Governor’s Mansion is proud to be fully compliant with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”). Please inform staff if you or a member of your group needs any special assistance or accommodations. Please call (217) 782-6450 or send an e- mail to igmtours@illinois.gov at least two weeks in advance of your visit for special requests.
SECURITY
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 under the age of 18 are welcome without an ID or passport when accompanied by an adult. Upon entry, all guests must go through magnetometers for security screening.
PHOTO POLICY
Photography and videotaping are not allowed.
BAG POLICY
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.