Derby 2005
Every year thousands make their way to Frankfort for the Governor's Kentucky Derby Celebration that coincides with Kentucky's most famous event. As a matter of fact, many of the thousands who visit the Capitol for the celebration come simply to see the beautiful flower arrangements on display at the Governor's Mansion.
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1. Even the smallest containers are filled with flowers during the Governor's Derby Celebration.
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2. As the flowers add splendor to the Governor's Mansion during the day, special lighting and effects make the night time Mansion just as colorfulful during the Governor's Derby Celebration.
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3. The flags and the flowers fit perfectly in the Mansion's Ballroom.
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4. The Sun Room is the perfect place for lots of flowers during the Governor's Derby Celebration.
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5. This arrangement in the State Dining Room covers a good portion of the long dining room table in the middle of the room.
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6. The Governor's Reception Room floral arrangement looks large even next to the grand piano.
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7. Even the mantles on the fireplaces are decorated for the Derby festivities.
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8. Thousands make their way to the state capitol every year around Derby time just to see the flowers on display in the Governor's Mansion.
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9. The First Lady's Salon is always bright with the colors of spring.
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