Planning and funding of the governor's mansion
- When
- December 1766
- Where
- Seat of the North Carolina colonial government
- Part of
- Construction of Tryon Palace
Tryon and Hawks drew plans during 1764–1765, and in December 1766 the legislature authorized £5,000 for the building.
After assuming office, Tryon worked with Hawks on plans for an elaborate home serving also as a seat of government business. In December 1766 the North Carolina legislature authorized £5,000 for the mansion, described as an "Edifice" in the palace account. Tryon told the legislature the sum was not substantial enough, saying that building "in the plainest manner" would cost no less than £10,000 without the outbuildings he envisioned.
Sources
- William Tryon Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-09
- Tryon Palace Wikipedia, revision of 2026-05-20
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