EVENTS

TOUR THE HISTORIC DUDLEY HOUSE

Immerse yourself in the past and the charm of this historic home as you explore its rich architecture and hear stories of early Visalia.

Saturday, March 22, 2025

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The beautiful mansion at Main and Giddings Streets was the west entrance to the little town of Visalia when it was completed in 1917 by prominent businessman Benjamin Dudley for his bride, Helen Brown. It was impressive with stained glass windows, mahogany inlayed floors, big fireplaces, and dazzling paneled top-to-bottom dining room.

Learn about the little secrets of the home, the pioneer Visalians who lived there, and the restoration efforts to bring it back to its original magnificence.

Visalia was once famous for its “Smallest Park in the World” maintained by the Dudley house gardener.
DUDLEY HOUSE TOUR DETAILS

Guided tours every 15 minutes between 1 & 3 pm on Mar. 22nd.
Dudley House located at 1300 W. Main Street, Visalia, California.
$20 includes a guided tour & light refreshments on the patio.

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