Troop 212 will host an activity table from 12-4 p.m. for girls to earn their Riordan Mansion patch.
READ MOREThe main entrance and parking lot are located at 409 W Riordan Rd., two blocks east of Milton Rd. next to the NAU parking garage.
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Programs & Events
Join local author and historian Tom Martin as he presents his new book, "Dock Marston: Grand Canyon’s Colorado River Running Historian, Vol 1." Dock's addiction to river running led to documenting how the National Park Service set the foundation for river regulations in the 1940s and ‘50s, and led Dock to become one of the foremost historians of Colorado River running.
READ MOREJoin the Northern Arizona Pioneers’ Historical Society for some Headstone History and visit the Riordan family plot while you are there.
READ MOREPresenter Jerry Snow will review the work on a petroglyph solar calendar over the last 20 years at Chavez Pass that may also show possible evidence for a 18.6 year lunar calendar at this site.
READ MOREThe historic Riordan Mansion makes a great backdrop for spinning yarns appropriate to the Halloween season. This very popular guided tour for adults is a storytelling session involving tales of the fantastic and the factual. Reservation required!
READ MOREIn celebration of Gustav Stickley’s birthday, join us for a tour focused on the Stickley furniture and the Arts and Crafts Style. Reservations required.
READ MOREU.S. Forest Service Archaeologist Margaret Hangan will present on a fascinating aspect of Arizona history – the diaspora of skilled African American workers from the lumber towns of the South to Arizona starting in the 1920s. Registration required.
READ MOREThe Mansion is festively decorated in turn-of-the-century style with wreaths, garlands, greenery and a towering fir tree trimmed with old-fashioned ornaments. Guided tours during this time include glimpses of folklore and traditions of Christmas, both past and present.
READ MOREThe original 1904 light fixtures with Edison style bulbs provide a beautiful glow in the Riordan Mansion for this special evening tour. These special guided tours will focus on the history behind Christmas traditions and guests will have the special treat of seeing the Christmas tree and billiards room photo transparency windows at night. Reservations required.
READ MOREWeather permitting, the grounds will be lit with luminarias and Santa will be strolling the grounds, Visitor Center, and West House museum to visit with children to hear their Christmas wishes. Hot apple cider will be available in the visitor center.
READ MOREEnjoy the view of the Riordan Mansion by the light of luminarias lining the path. The grounds will be open until 6 pm and hot apple cider will be available in the visitor center with your $2.00 park admission. Event is weather permitting.
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Park and Facility Hours
Visitor Center and Grounds
Open Daily: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Guided Tours
The guided tour is the only way to see the interior of the mansion.
Guided Tours begin at: 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Tour capacity is currently limited.
Reservations are recommended.
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving: 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Christmas Eve: 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Christmas: closed
Park Fee
Park Entrance Fee
Adult (14+): $2.00
Youth (7–13): $2.00
Child (0–6): FREE
Includes access to visitor center, picnic area, grounds, and the self-guided exterior tour via handout in the visitor center or QR code.
The interior of the mansion is seen via guided tour and is NOT included with the park entrance fee.
Guided Tour Fee
Adult (14+): $12.00
Youth (7–13): $7.00
Child (0–6): FREE
Park entrance fee is waived with a guided tour reservation. Tour capacity is limited. Reservations are recommended.
For SAME DAY reservations, call (928) 779-4395.
Reservations for tomorrow or up to a year in advance can be made here or by calling 877-MY-PARKS, option 1.