Open House: The Arkansas Governor's Mansion and Its Place in History by Little Rock attorney and historian John P. Gill explores the prominent role played by the structure at 1800 Center St., Little Rock over the last 60 years.

With numerous photos and anecdotes from those who have lived in the mansion, Open House is a valuable addition to any Arkansas library. "Gill's labors combine dogged documentary research with dozens of oral histories in an exemplary way," said United States circuit judge Morris S. Arnold. "The result is a highly readable and lively account of an important Arkansas landmark."

Published by Butler Center Books, Open House (hardcover with 240 pages and 337 photographs) is $50. It's available at River Market Books & Gifts, Historic Arkansas Museum, Clinton Museum Store, State Capitol Gift Shop, WordsWorth Books & Co. and on amazon.com and UApress.com.