Wood Mansion National Historical Site
John Howland Wood's mansion was known as the "Pride of Bayside" before Hurricane Harvey hit the Gulf of Mexico and caused significant damage.
The Wood Mansion is currently undergoing a complete restoration to save the rich Texas history of this home.
09/21/2025
Thank you all for coming out to learn more about the Wood Mansion.
Celebrating 150 year history.
09/20/2025
Thank you, Bayside Vol Fire Department, for preparing all the food for the event today. We appreciate everything you do for our community.
09/20/2025
Still Standing. Check out this great article highlighting the history of the Wood Mansion and what’s in store for the future.
“Owner Jon Breeden has promised the mansion will not be a private prize but a public treasure.”
https://www.southtexasnews.com/beeville_bee_picayune/still-standing/article_536466df-1a22-429c-9d1b-33bbbf6278e6.html tr
STILL STANDING Sitting on a rise above Copano Bay, the John Howland Wood Mansion has weathered hurricanes, near collapse, and time itself.
09/20/2025
Please join us tomorrow for a fundraiser hosted by the Texas Bayside Historical Society. 🏠 🎉
Bayside to celebrate 150th anniversary of iconic Wood mansion BAYSIDE, Texas — The town of Bayside will hold a celebration Saturday, Sept. 20 at 2 p.m. to mark the 150th anniversary of its iconic landmark, the John Wood Mansion,
09/10/2025
Tag Us!
September 20th we’re celebrating the 150th birthday of the Wood Mansion — and we want to hear your stories!
Here’s how to join:
1. Share a photo, reel, or story of your favorite Mansion memory.
2. Tag and use .
3. You’ll be entered to win prizes — including a private tour of the Mansion!
We’ll be resharing your stories all month long.
📅 Deadline: September 20, 2025
So, what’s your favorite Mansion memory?
Sanding by hand to restore the door frames.
07/04/2025
12/19/2023
The stars at night
Are big and bright
Deep in the heart of Texas
11/19/2023
Hand painting our beautiful new windows made from reclaimed wood and antique wavy glass. We can’t wait to get these installed.
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