West Virginia Governor’s Residence
John Canning & Co. collaborated with Governor and Mrs. Manchin to create new designs and scenic paintings for the Drawing Room, State Dining Room, and Library at the West Virginia Governor’s residence.
BUILDING FACTS
Location: Charleston, WV
Built: 1925
Architect: Walter Martens
Style: Georgian Revival
Status: National Historic Landmark
SCOPE
John Canning & Co. designed a new series of murals for the State Dining room, which are based on significant events in the State’s history, important locations, buildings, and unique landscapes within the State.
John Canning & Co. also provided new “period” decorative treatments for the Library.