North State Parent magazine

Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park is a beautiful, three story, 26 room Victorian House Museum that stands as a memorial to John and Annie Bidwell. John Bidwell was known throughout California and across the nation as an important pioneer, farmer, soldier, statesman, politician and philanthropist. Annie Ellicott Kennedy Bidwell, the daughter of a socially prominent, high ranking Washington official, was deeply religious, and committed to a number of moral and social causes. Annie was very active in the suffrage and prohibition movements.

Learn about the area's rich history with a guided tour of the 26 room historic mansion. Daily tours, call for times. 525 Esplanade. Info: (530) 895-6144. Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park website: www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=460. More info: melvil.chicousd.org/Bidwell/bidman.html