# Government House

Halifax, Canada

Begun in 1800 and occupied from 1805, this Georgian mansion on Barrington Street is the official home of the Lieutenant Governor and the oldest viceregal residence still in use in North America.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Government House, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 44.64341, -63.57129

[City page](/cities/halifax)

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