Guidebook
NO. 329 RANCHO CHICO AND BIDWELL ADOBE - The 26,000-acre Rancho Chico was purchased in 1845-50 by John Bidwell. In 1865 he began construction of the mansion, which in time became the social and cultural center of the upper Sacramento Valley. It was through his advancement of agriculture, however, that Bidwell made his greatest contribution. Plants from all over the world were introduced to Rancho Chico to open the door to California's present agricultural treasure house.
Location
Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park, 525 The Esplanade, Chico
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Bidwell Mansion
Bidwell Mansion
Bidwell Mansion Interior
NO. 329 RANCHO CHICO AND BIDWELL ADOBE - Marker
NO. 329 RANCHO CHICO AND BIDWELL ADOBE - State Plaque
Bidwell Mansion Laundry Room
Bidwell Mansion Side Staircase
Bidwell Mansion Garden