Bowers Mansion

Bowers Mansion, located between Reno and Carson City, Nevada, is a historic mansion built in 1863 by Lemuel 'Sandy' Bowers and Eilley Orrum Bowers during the Comstock Lode mining boom. Designed in a blend of Georgian Revival and Italianate styles, the mansion reflects Eilley's Scottish heritage and was constructed with the help of Scottish stonecutters. After a period of prosperity, the mansion faced financial difficulties following personal tragedies and was eventually lost to foreclosure. Today, it is part of Bowers Mansion Regional Park, offering picnic areas, playgrounds, and seasonal tours showcasing period furniture donated by local families. The park also features geothermal hot springs, enhancing its appeal as a recreational destination.