Gov. Mikie Sherrill is moving to Drumthwacket, the New Jersey governor's mansion

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton. 

Sherrill and First Gentleman Jason Hedberg said in a statement Friday that their family will relocate to the governor's mansion this summer to be closer to the state capitol. 

"From Day One this administration has committed to getting to work in Trenton to deliver on our commitments. We're thrilled to further strengthen that commitment by living full time in the Governor's official residence and being much closer to the Capital City and the State House," Sherrill and her husband said. 

The couple called Drumthwacket "the people's house" and added that they're looking forward to "continuing to bring it to life for New Jersey residents and highlight all the incredible history it offers." 

"Our family looks forward to this exciting next chapter, and we thank the dedicated New Jersey state staff and the team at the Drumthwacket Foundation for all their work to truly make the residence a home," they said.   

The nonprofit Drumthwacket Foundation was formed in 1982 to restore and preserve the property, according to its website.

The mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.   

The foundation offers guided tours of Drumthwacket from September-June, including for school field trips, other groups and members of the public. Registration is required in advance.