Nova Scotians Invited to Annual Garden Party

Nova Scotians and visitors to the province are invited to attend the lieutenant-governor’s annual garden party at Government House on Wednesday, June 17.

Hosted by Lt.-Gov. Mike Savage and Ms. Darlene Savage, the event is a long-standing tradition that welcomes people to the ceremonial home of all Nova Scotians.

“Government House belongs to all Nova Scotians, and the garden party is an opportunity to celebrate the people, traditions and communities that shape our province,” said Lt.-Gov. Savage. “Darlene and I look forward to welcoming guests from across Nova Scotia and sharing this special day together.”

Government House, located at 1451 Barrington St. in Halifax, will be open to the public from 2 to 5 p.m. The event is free, and no formal invitation is required.

Guests will have an opportunity to meet Lt.-Gov. Savage and Ms. Savage, enjoy light refreshments and musical entertainment, and explore the historic grounds of Government House.

Quick Facts:

• the annual garden party is inspired by the garden parties held at Buckingham Palace in London, England
• the event has been a Nova Scotia tradition for more than a century; hundreds of Nova Scotians and visitors attend the event each year
• Government House is the official residence of the lieutenant-governor of Nova Scotia

Additional Resources:

Information about Government House and the lieutenant-governor is available at: https://lt.gov.ns.ca/