Sadly, the burning of Bidwell Mansion is now part of the history of Chico and of the building’s saga. Rebuilding it would create a “fake” history. Looking at the burned-out shell, ...

Kevin Carlson, 30, faces felony arson charges for allegedly setting the fire that destroyed Chico's historic Bidwell Mansion.

Join the Bidwell House Museum for two guided walks on the museum trails on Saturday, Jan. 18, and Sunday, Feb. 23.