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Their Honours hosted a Luncheon to celebrate the Newfoundland and Labrador finalists for the Atlantic Journalism Awards.
April 16, 2012
On April 16, 2012 Their Honours hosted a Luncheon to celebrate the Newfoundland and Labrador finalists for the Atlantic Journalism Awards.
Their Honours hosted a Reception in honour of the 62nd Annual Provincial Drama Festival.
April 12, 2012
On April 12, 2012 Their Honours hosted a Reception in honour of the 62nd Annual Provincial Drama Festival.
Their Honours hosted a Reception in honour of the Receiving Titanic Commemoration Committee. This group led a series of events to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the sinking of the RMS Titanic.
April 11, 2012
On April 11, 2012 Their Honours hosted a Reception in honour of the Receiving Titanic Commemoration Committee. This group led a series of events to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the sinking of the RMS Titanic.
Official Engagements
Tuesday, 22 May 2012
On Tuesday, 22 May 2012 at 7:00 p.m., His Honour the Honourable John C. Crosbie, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador and Her Honour Jane Furneaux Crosbie will host a Welcoming Dinner for the five National Delegations participating in the Colloque meetings and invited guests at Government House.
Gardener's Corner
Bi-weekly advice from our Greenhouse and Grounds Manager on caring for the types of trees and flowers growing at Government House.
Current: Forcing Spring Bulbs
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Did You Know?
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary Mounted Unit’s horses are housed on the grounds of Government House? Visitation by appointment only. Contact: Sergeant J. T. Penton, (709) 729-0447 jimp@rnc.gov.nl.ca
This Caribou statue, the Battle emblem of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment, came from the ship The H.M.S. Newfoundland and now often adorns the dining table at Government House? An identical one from the same ship is on display at Rideau Hall in Ottawa. It was originally presented to the ship by “The People of Newfoundland” in 1944.
His Honour John C. Crosbie attended the Government House Halloween Party as a child in circa 1941? He is standing at the far right in this picture.
Some of the furniture still in use at Government House dates back from before the building was constructed (opened in 1830) and came from the previous Government House in Fort Townshend, like this Regency mahogany dining table from 1780?
“One side of a twin pedestal late 18 century mahogany dining table with reeded banding, the turned pillars each having four reeded splayed supports with brass lion’s claw feet, and brass casters.”
There are more than 835 trees inventoried on the grounds of Government House and adjacent properties? Many have been planted by visiting dignitaries. For more information about the plants and trees at Government House visit the Gardener’s Corner section of this site.
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee
During 2012, Canada is celebrating the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the throne.
Order of Newfoundland and Labrador
The Order of Newfoundland and Labrador is the highest honour of the province.
Order of Canada
Order of Canada recipients from Newfoundland and Labrador.