To avoid the road construction on Riordan Rd (now through September 12), we recommend approaching the park from east through Northern Arizona University. The main park entrance is just west of the Riordan Rd and Knoles Dr. intersection. Please call the park at 928-779-4395 for further directions.
Stage 2 fire restrictions are in effect.
The main entrance and parking lot are located at 409 W Riordan Rd., two blocks east of Milton Rd. next to the NAU parking garage.
Lunchtime Lecture: Browsing the Bookshelves at Riordan Mansion
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
September 8, 2025 12:15 p.m.
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“We have no radio, I am pleased to say, but we read a great deal.” So wrote Tim Riordan to his sister Nell in 1932. Indeed, the Riordan family donated more than 4,000 books, magazines, and other publications when they gave their American Arts and Crafts style home to Arizona State Parks. The personal libraries of the Tim and Mike Riordan families contain books that date back to the Civil War. They reveal the families’ broad interests, and include religious, fiction, and nonfiction titles. Join us for a look behind the covers of some of the Riordans’ well-worn books.
Space is limited. Reserve your spot online at https://azstateparks.com/reserve/Activities/Search.aspx or call 928-779-4395 for additional information and same day availability. The presentation will be free thanks to Riordan Action Network.
MORE EVENTS
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August 10, 2025
Riordan Mansion Special Tour: Art and Architecture
Riordan Mansion and art have gone hand in hand since the mansion was created in 1904; through artwork that decorates the interior and the structure of the house itself. This specialty tour examines the Riordans’ art collection and the Arts and Crafts Movement which inspired the design for the Riordans’ home.
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August 11, 2025
Lunchtime Lecture: Apex, A Northern Arizona Logging Camp
Join Dr. Emily Dale, Assistant Professor with Department of Anthropology, Northern Arizona University for this exploration of logging, railroads, human history and archaeology.
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September 14, 2025
Tea on the Veranda
Step into 1904 and have tea on the veranda, just as the Riordans did at the beginning of the last century. This event is brought to you by Riordan Action Network and Northern Arizona Celtic Heritage Society.
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Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025
Riordan Mansion Special Tour: Stickley Room by Room
In celebration of Gustav Stickley’s birthday, join us for a tour focused on the Stickley furniture and the Arts and Crafts Style. Reservations required.
