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Many modern innovations were incorporated into this historical property, toilets, baths, and a central cupola ventilation system. A very interesting visit.
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The tour is around an hour. Our group was very small and we were able to see all of the mansion. The Tour guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. You should know that this mansion was built in the late 1800's and does not have any elevators. If you cannot take stairs, you can tour the ground floor and then return to the visitor's center to see a video of the two other floors. Many of the furnishings were original to the house. The cost of the tour is $6. I would not recommend it for small children as they cannot touch are sit on anything, which could get boring for them and a distraction for the parents. The tours leave on the hour. Definitely worth a visit.
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If you are interested in architecture, and/or the history of early Chico and California, then do not miss the Bidwell Mansion. Nicely restored and managed by Cal Parks, hourly tours are given of this three-story mansion. This was the first home north of Sacramento that had indoor plumbing, and you can still see one of the original flush toilets. Cal Parks does a nice job giving basic tours of the home, the Bidwells, and the role they played in the region. .
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Interesting old home of the Bidwell family, pioneers in the valley area of California in Chico. The State of California runs tours through the mansion which has been re-furnished with pieces of the era. Adjacent to the Chico State University campus - land college is located on was donated by the Bidwells. Beautiful treed lot, a visitors center with an interesting historical film. Enjoyed this experience.
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This place is amazing for anyone with an interest in history. The story of John & Annie Bidwell is fascinating. It's awesome to see how this one man, and later this one couple, was able to shape history and the lives of so many people. The visitor center has a wonderful display and video you can view to get a background. Then, when you take the hour long guided tour of the mansion, you get so many more details! Definitely a MUST if you are in the Chico area!
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We went during some kind of a harvest festival and they were giving free tours of the first floor. The guide was fantastic and had a wealth of information. Have to go back and see the second floor!
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My husband and I made a trip from sacramento to visit, and were so glad we did! Well worth it! Not only is the history of John Bidwell and his wife fascinating (you will learn much about California history both before and after it's becoming a state), the house was simply magnificent. Our tour guide was excellent. I'm from the east coast and have toured countless mansions and large historic homes and can say this home impressed me very much. So ahead of its time and so unique! House and grounds are well maintained by the park system. Very highly recommended.
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Mr. Bidwell's home is fully maintained with period furniture and explained by docents. It was an opulent lifestyle for a famous land developer. The home is near the college campus and an easy place to visit.
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Visit the home of Chico's founder, John Bidwell. A 3 story mansion filled with original furnishings (the piano came around the horn by ship, up the river by riverboat, horsedrawn to home) and beautifully maintained. A unique gem among towering trees alongside a burbling creek. An antebellum-like home built for his bride from the east coast, and located in what was the wild and untamed location of northern california. Learn about the gold rush and grizzly bears that are part of the story, too. Not to be missed during a visit to Chico!
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This definitely is a place where a little lady helped shape many good things. Be sure to bring cash or checks as they do not accept credit cards. Lots of history here. You will not believe how tiny she was.