We have been to Flagstaff several times but only discovered the Riordan Mansion on this quick overnight to escape the Phoenix heat. Do not miss it! It was fascinating and beautiful. Built in the Arts and Crafts style and filled with Stickley furniture. It is unique in that 2 brothers who married 2 sisters, built identical houses on the ends and in between have a large common room that both families shared. The docent tour was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed it. This house is an historical treasure that is essentially surrounded by the NAU campus. There are also picnic tables under the Ponderosa Pines if you want to bring a lunch as we did.

We love touring historic homes, and this one did not disappoint. We were the first tour on a Sunday morning and ended up getting a private tour, which was awesome! The house is unique, with amazing furnishings that are completely authentic and were actually used by the family. The architecture is amazing, and the decor is stunning. We really enjoyed our tour, and I highly recommend anyone visiting flagstaff to make a stop here. Admission was $12 for the guided tour.

This home holds so much history! I cannot recommend the inside your enough. We also enjoyed the self-led outside tour too. Brendan made the Riordan family come alive for us! A wonderful afternoon learning about Flagstaff’s forest baron brothers!

Enjoyable stop, guided tour led with much enthusiasm even if perhaps some members of the group might have had a wider historical perspective than our eager young guide :) This is what your fortune build in Flagstaff at the turn of the century when two brothers married sisters and decided life was best lived side by side. Little bit of tyranny going on inside these families; enlightened in some ways, hidebound in others. All put into good context, and if the displays sometimes seem a WIP, you can appreciate the effort and dedication. Definite Sullivan/FLW influences here. Worth seeing.

This has got to be one of the most extraordinary homes in Arizona. With hot and cold water, electric lights, and heating – all state of the art for being built in 1904! As incredible entrepreneurs of the 1880s Flagstaff, the Riordan brothers, as one of the biggest employers in Flagstaff were able to well afford constructing this fantastic architectural feet of the early 20th century. This mansion is well worth the visit to see how the well-to-do lived in the period, with amenities and conveniences we take for granted today. And, the beauty of décor and design of a by-gone day where natural materials, intricate design, then modern techniques as well as incredible craftmanship all come to fruition in a magnificent abode. Highly recommended.

Great little stop for a relaxing stroll through the past. Our tour guide did a great job. we had a small group so it was nice because we asked several questions! I would recommend to any one interested in history and looking into the past with wonder.

While driving on I40 through Flagstaff we wanted to stop for a hour or two to do something in the area. We ended up visiting the Riordan Mansion State Historic Park. Glad we did. I had never heard of a Log Cabin Mansion before. It was a fascinating look back in history. Our tour guide, Aurora, definitely enhanced our time there. She was very knowledgeable and personable. The history of this house and the lumber industry in the area was great. Imagine a turn of the century house with electricity and running water! Also, it wasn't a restored house with replica furnishings but the family actually lived here until the 1970s, so much of what is displayed is original. The tour takes about one hour, and then spend a few minutes walking around the outside of the mansion.

This was a very interesting tour. Thanks, David. You really know your stuff. Historical home filled with original furniture. There is a beautiful cabinet in the Visitor Center made of a variety of pieces of wood that the family collected from around the world. The story of the family and the impact they had on the Flagstaff area is worth hearing about.

The Mansion is a hidden gem which doesn't get the attention it deserves. It is an exceptional, outstanding example of the Arts and Crafts architecture style and was built in 1904. It is somewhat unique in that two very wealthy, turn of the century families from Flagstaff lived there in separate homes connected by a common living area. The families made their fortunes through the lumber industry and made the home welcoming, beautiful and full of all the cutting edge technologies of the era. There was hot and cold running water, telephones, old phonographs, and to me, most interesting of all, is how every room in the house had electricity. How the hot water system was implemented is fascinating all by itself. The Mansion is part of the state park system and our tour guide park ranger, David, was simply outstanding and brought to life what life was like in the mansion when it was built and throughout its history. He answered many questions from visitors and took his time with each answer. If you love architecture, history, antiques or uniquely constructed homes, come visit. You won't be disappointed. Also, be aware that your GPS may not take you to the correct entrance which has parking and is a little challenging to find.

I highly recommend taking the guided tour if you really want to experience the mansion. Our tour guide, Aurora, did an amazing job. She was friendly and very knowledgeable. The mansion is very unique and we learned so much on the tour. Thank you, Aurora!