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Bowers Mansion

Museum

4.7(271 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 8 AM
Bowers Mansion

About

1800s mansion & swimming pool. Silver-mine owners' 1863 mansion, featuring period furnishings & a spring-fed swimming pool.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • A camera and notebook
  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Bowers Mansion:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    4005 Bowers Mansion Rd, New Washoe City, NV 89704
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    Phone
    (775) 849-0201
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    Hours
    Monday:8 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:8 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:8 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:8 AM–5 PM
    Friday:8 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:8 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:8 AM–5 PM

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Amenities

  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • On-site parking: On-site parking

Nearby

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