Bidwell Mansion Association

10/21/2026

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Join us this Saturday, October 24, from 11 A.M. to noon, to learn about experimental farming and how John Bidwell helped to shape California's agricultural empire. Children will also have the opportunity to carve a free pumpkin, made possible thanks to our friends, the Bidwell Mansion Association. Pumpkins available while supplies last. *

10/18/2026

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One week to go! Join us next Sunday for the Reimagine Bidwell Mansion community open house.

Learn how community input is informing the park’s recovery planning, explore the emerging alternatives, and share your thoughts with California State Parks staff and partners.

Sunday, October 25 | 2:30–5:00 p.m.
Bidwell Mansion SHP Visitor Center, 525 Esplanade, Chico

Stop by when you can, or plan your visit around the opening presentation at 3:00 p.m. and brief closing presentation at 4:30 p.m.

Free to attend. RSVPs are welcome but not required.

Learn more and RSVP: ReimagineBidwellMansion.org

10/13/2026

There's still time to join us for our second
Victorian Picnic at Chico Cemetery. Get your ticket at

​Saturday, October 17, 2026 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Chico Cemetery – Historic Section 881 Mangrove Ave, Chico ​ Tickets: $40 (event is limited to 40 people) RSVP by Tuesday, October 13

10/08/2026

This is your opportunity to talk about what you want to see happen to Bidwell Mansion. https://www.facebook.com/laura.urseny/posts/pfbid0KDarRscrYa4P9DcUhj5aZ2ECQAU7jrehG2MdMxgzBWYgKQW3iGMF2mt38wykohBil

What would you like to see in the next chapter of Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park?

Join California State Parks staff and partners on October 25 to explore ideas for the park’s future, share feedback, and take part in conversations about its recovery.

The open house builds on more than a year of community, Tribal, and stakeholder engagement. Your perspective can help inform the Vision Plan.

Sunday, October 25 | 2:30–5:00 p.m.
Bidwell Mansion SHP Visitor Center, 525 Esplanade, Chico

Free to attend. Drop in as your schedule allows.

Learn more and RSVP: ReimagineBidwellMansion.org

10/07/2026

Help shape the future of Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park!

Join California State Parks for a community open house to learn about alternatives for the park’s recovery. Attendance is on a drop-in basis. Reservations are encouraged, but not required. RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reimagine-bidwell-mansion-shp-open-house-tickets-2000190360211?aff=oddtdtcreator

Sunday, October 25, 2026
2:30–5:00 p.m.
Bidwell Mansion SHP Visitor Center, 525 Esplanade, Chico

10/07/2026

Visit Chico's oldest permanent residents on Saturday, Oct. 17, 11:30-2 p.m. Enjoy a delicious lunch, engaging conversation, and a guided tour of the cemetery’s oldest section with Clark Masters.
Tickets at https://www.bidwellmansionassociation.com/event-tickets.html

10/01/2026

Spend an afternoon steeped in Victorian charm among the shady paths and historic stones of Chico Cemetery. Enjoy a delicious lunch, engaging conversation, and a guided tour of the cemetery’s oldest section with Clark Masters.
Saturday, Oct. 17, 11:30-2 p.m. Click on the link for tickets.

​Saturday, October 17, 2026 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Chico Cemetery – Historic Section 881 Mangrove Ave, Chico ​ Tickets: $40 (event is limited to 40 people) RSVP by Tuesday, October 13

09/28/2026

Do you care about the future of Bidwell Mansion? Put this on your calendar!

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Help shape the future of Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park!

Join California State Parks for a community open house to learn about and share feedback on the emerging vision, guiding principles, and planning alternatives for the park’s recovery.

Sunday, October 25, 2026
2:30–5:00 p.m.
Bidwell Mansion SHP Visitor Center, 525 Esplanade, Chico

Explore staffed stations, ask questions, and share your thoughts. Admission is free, and RSVPs are encouraged but not required.

Learn more and RSVP: ReimagineBidwellMansion.org

09/08/2026

Reimagine Bidwell Mansion has announced a public Open House on Sunday October 25th, from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM at the Bidwell Mansion SHP Visitor Center. Attendance is on a drop-in basis; you are invited to drop by anytime for any length.

The open house will present alternatives for Bidwell Mansion SHP that synthesize feedback from the past year of outreach and engagement. The alternatives represent a significant step in the planning and visioning process. This open house event is an important opportunity for the public to continue to shape the vision for the future of the Bidwell Mansion and the rest of the State Historic Park.

Questions? Comments? Come to the Open House or visit

Reimagine Bidwell Mansion SHP