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. Photographs by award-winning environmental photographer Ian Adams and artwork 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. Finally, First Lady Frances Strickland discusses 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.
