Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
Technically a State Historic Park, Leland Stanford Mansion and its surrounding property take up about half a city block in the capitol area of Sacramento.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
A visitor center and gift shop makes a great place to start a visit to the mansion.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
Displays demonstrate the phases of construction of the mansion, while informational signage describes interesting aspects of the building's history.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
The gardens are a scenic aspect of the mansion's exterior.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
A few informational signs offer insight into the construction and uses of the mansion.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
While interior photography is not allowed, the exterior is large enough to present its own problems in attempting to photograph.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
A view of the eastern side of the mansion.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
Used as an orphanage following the deaths of the Stanfords, the interior of the mansion has used old pictures as references to try to recreate the drapes and furnishings as accurately as possible.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
A historical plaque at the mansion's northwestern corner.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
The Leland Stanford Mansion.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/03/2018
A small gift shop contains souvenirs as well as entertaining and informative docents who can answer questions about the mansion.