Arkansas Governor's Mansion

First Family

Arkansas's First Family

The Arkansas Governor's Mansion is the home of the Governor Mike Beebe and First lady Ginger Beebe. The Governor and Mrs. Beebe have served as Arkansas's first family since January of 2007. Each of them have more than 20 years dedicated to public service.

Governor Beebe was born in Amagon, Arkansas (Jackson County), in 1946, the Governor earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro in 1968, and completed law school at the University of Arkansas in 1972, while serving his country in the U.S. Army Reserve.

First Lady Ginger was born in Little Rock and raised in Searcy, Arkansas. She credits her parents with instilling in her the values of helping others by volunteering her time within her community.

Governor Mike and First Lady Ginger Beebe appreciate the opportunity to serve the people of Arkansas. The Beebe's are the parents of three adult children and five grandchildren. Governor Beebe is an active member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Searcy.

Viper, the First Dog of Arkansas

Viper the First Dog Viper, a beautiful male German shepherd, is the "First Dog of Arkansas." He's always playful and full of energy, but he's also very loving and smart. Both the Governor and Mrs. Beebe enjoy playing with him and showing him off to friends and guests.

His official duties include keeping the neighborhood cats away, chasing squirrels, playing with the garden hoses, and barking at the neighborhood dogs. He also likes being the official greeter of guests to the Governor's Mansion and drinking from the fountains.

His favorite pastime, however, is helping the Mansion landscaping crew with their work, especially when it comes to hole digging. He makes new friends every day and continues to learn good dog behavior.