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Government House
Main Floor - Ballroom
- The current Ballroom was built in 1960, replacing the original Ballroom
which was added to the residence in 1901 for the visit of the Duke and
Duchess of York (later King George V and Queen Mary.
- The West Entrance to Government House, from the grounds of the Legislative
Building, provides wheelchair access through the Ballroom.
- The current wallpapering design was recovered in the 1999 renovation
project. The attractive carpet was selected for cleaning and resilience
because of high use of room. The new wallcovering design was inspired
by textiles of Southeast Asia, with the colours in the foil reflecting
those found in the early spice, tea and silk trade.
- Plush velvet treatment softens and surrounds the windows and entrance
way. Translucent sheers allow maximum light to enter Ballroom.
- The portraits of all previous Manitoba Lieutenant Governors hang
in the Ballroom, a project initiated by Mrs. Doris Johnson, former Chatelaine
of Government House. The grouping has been reconfigured for maximum
effect.
- The room is set up according to function as required, from dance
floor to stand-up receptions to assemblies for awards ceremonies.
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