Governor Shapiro hosts Easter event to mark reopening after arson incident

Governor Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro recently hosted the 2025 annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Governor's Residence, inviting pre-K students, teachers, and advocates. This event was the first public gathering at the Residence following an arson attack on April 13.

The Shapiros expressed their commitment to reopening the Governor's Residence quickly, emphasizing their intention for the location to remain inviting to residents across Pennsylvania, even while repair works continue. Governor Shapiro acknowledged the significance of the event in preserving the Residence as a welcoming space for diverse activities, stating, "As I said last Sunday after an arsonist tried to burn down the Governor's Residence, it's not only important to get this historic building cleaned up and repaired quickly - it's also critically important to me and Lori that we welcome visitors back here as soon as possible and make sure this continues to be a place where people from all walks of life feel welcome."

He further reflected on the Residence's role in hosting various cultural and religious events, affirming, "This Residence is a place where we've lit Christmas trees, held Iftar dinners, danced at a bar mitzvah, and hunted for Easter eggs. Today's event marks an important step forward in continuing that tradition - and we will continue to bring Pennsylvanians together at the Governor's Residence for years to come."

Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis also participated in the event's speaking engagements alongside Governor Shapiro.