October 27, 2024 - SACRAMENTO — California State Parks and the Office of Governor Gavin Newsom welcome those who dare to Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park for free, guided spooky tours. Explore frightfully decorated rooms speaking to tales of history and supernatural surprises. And be sure to check out the hay bale maze, fun photo opportunities, and grab a free pumpkin on the way out!
Peer with us through the veil from Oct. 24-31, 1-8 p.m. daily. Parents be warned – the tour may be a little too haunting for children under 10.
WHERE: Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park - 800 N St., Sacramento 95814
WHEN: Oct. 24-31 Tours available from 1-8 p.m.
COST: Tours are free for all visitors, but reservations are required!
RSVP: bit.ly/StanfordMansionHalloween24
Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park is an ADA accessible space. If you have questions or requests regarding accessibility, please contact the park at (916) 324-9266.
About Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park
The Leland Stanford Mansion is a stunning example of the splendor and elegance of the Victorian era in California. Originally built in 1856 by Gold Rush merchant Sheldon Fogus, the Mansion was later purchased and remodeled (twice!) by Leland and Jane Stanford. Leland Stanford served as Governor of California from 1862-1863. The Mansion served as the office of three governors during the turbulent 1860s – Leland Stanford, Fredrick Low and Henry Haight.
After a 14-year, $22 million restoration and rehabilitation, the tour of the 19,000-square-foot Mansion will also feature 17-foot ceilings, gilded mirrors and exquisitely detailed carved moldings, beautifully restored woodwork, elegant 19th-century crystal and bronze light fixtures, historic paintings, re-created carpeting and draperies based on photographs from the 1870s to match the original interior design, original period furnishings that belonged to the Stanfords, and a 19th-century style gardens outside.
Source: CA. State Parks