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  • HOME
  • ABOUT
  • BIDWELL UPDATES
  • STORY OF BIDWELL MANSION
  • RESTORATION PROJECT
  • JOHN BIDWELL
  • CALENDAR
  • Newsletter Archive
    • February/March 2026 Newsletter
  • BMA MEMBERSHIP
  • MAKE A GIFT
  • GENERAL'S STORE
  • VOLUNTEER
  • EVENT ARCHIVE
    • EVENT RECORDINGS
    • EVENT PHOTOS
    • LOST ACROSTIC CONTEST
  • LINKS OF INTEREST
  • CONTACT US

ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION

The Bidwell Mansion Association (BMA) is dedicated to the restoration, preservation, and interpretation of Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park, the 1868 home of John Bidwell, founder of the city of Chico, California. Since 1956, the BMA has been a constant advocate for the Bidwell Mansion and is a tax exempt non-profit community-based organization. 

2026–2027 Board of Directors

Adrienne Glatz, President
​Ann Schwab, Vice President
Nancy Leek, Secretary

Steve Schoonover, Treasurer
Nick Anderson
Ashley Batt
​Keith Johnson

Kathy Lanpheir
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Ailsie McEnteggart
​Sandra McLean
Jennifer Pooley, Program Manager for Interpretation and Education Northern Buttes District
A photo of young John Bidwell, possibly in his 30s
John Bidwell
The outside of the Bidwell Mansion on a sunny day
Photo of young Annie Kennedy Bidwell, possibly when she was 18
Annie Bidwell

INTERESTED IN SERVING ON THE BOARD?

Would you like to help Bidwell Mansion thrive? Being on the Board of Directors is both fun and a great way to serve the community. Currently we are looking for potential new members to join the Board of Directors. If you have an interest in the Bidwell Mansion, Chico history, and community enrichment, and would like more information about how to join the Board, please let us know by emailing BMA or by completing the Board application below. 
  
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT AS A BOARD MEMBER
We meet once a month to plan events and activities that support the preservation, education, and  interpretation of Bidwell Mansion.  

BMA BYLAWS
BOARD INFO & APPLICATION
Bidwell Mansion Association, Chico, California
Bidwell Mansion Association
PO Box 1303
Chico, California 95927
[email protected]
530-588-0476
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