This is the official Facebook page of Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park. Located in what is now the center of Chico, Bidwell Mansion has been a State Park since 1964. The park includes the fully-restored 1868 home of prominent pioneer, John Bidwell and his wife, Annie. A Visitor Center includes exhibits that showcase the important role John Bidwell played in the establishment of early California – from his arrival with the first wagon train of American settlers in Alta California to his innovative leadership in forging California’s agricultural foundations.
The fully-furnished house museum includes three floors and thousands of artifacts highlighting the experience of this progressive California couple.
The Visitor Center is open Mon. 12-5 and Sat. & Sun. 11-5. It includes restrooms, drinking fountain, interpretive store and an exhibit hall (fully accessible).
Guided house tours start at 12:00pm Monday and 11:00am on Saturday and Sunday. Tours are generally held every hour, with the last tour leaving at 4:00pm. Each tours lasts about one hour. Call ahead or check this page to confirm daily tour schedule. There is no charge to enjoy the historic grounds or Visitor Center.
Tour fees can be paid with cash or check only (no cards). Tours cost:
$6 for adult (18 and over)
$3 for youth (5 – 17)
Children under 4 are free
Directions:
From Highway 99: Take East First Avenue exit and head west. Turn Left on Esplanade. The park is located on the right hand side of the road at Memorial Way and Esplanade.
From Highway 5: Take Highway 32 exit at Orland east 20 miles to West Sacramento Avenue. Turn left (east) onto West Sacramento Avenue to Esplanade where you turn right (south). The park is located on the right hand side of the road at Memorial Way and Esplanade.
