1006 Summit Avenue Society
Grace and Beauty
Summer Tours
Tours are scheduled for June, July, and August. For more information and reservations click here Summer tours
The Governor's Mouse
The Governor's Mouse is a delightful children's story of Herb, the little mouse who makes his home at 1006 Summit Avenue. $20.00 All proceeds go to the care and preservation of this historic home.
The 100th Anniversary of the Minnesota Governor’s Residence is a year long celebration from January 2012 to January 2013 to honor the history and legacy of the Minnesota Governor’s Residence. The Governor’s Residence Council and the 1006 Summit Avenue Society are sponsoring the 100th Anniversary celebration. Over the course of the 100th Anniversary year, Minnesotans will have the opportunity to learn more about the Minnesota Governor’s Residence through signature initiatives that will endure long after the centennial year.
More Information on events and volunteering
Learn more about the year of celebration and consider volunteering for one of the many events and activities.
The 1006 Summit Avenue Society is a non-profit fundraising organization dedicated to preserving the grace and beauty of the Minnesota Governor’s Residence. Founded in 1982 by former First Lady Grechen Quie, the 1006 Summit Avenue Society has donated items to the Minnesota Governor’s Residence totaling more than half a million dollars. Other governor’s residences throughout the country have used our model for fundraising and support successfully. We are proud to be a vital and growing organization. The 1006 mission joins ongoing efforts to sustain the iconic elegance of our state treasure as it welcomes dignitaries and visitors from around the world.
