Who We Are
Welcome To Phelps Mansion Museum
In 1868 and 1869, Sherman David Phelps, a banker and businessman, bought three adjoining properties along Court Street. The three existing houses were torn down so that construction could begin on a new home. The initial cost for the mansion was projected at $70,000.
Upcoming events at the Phelps
SOLD OUT–Champagne and Chandeliers – A Gilded New Years at the Phelps Mansion
SOLD OUT–Champagne and Chandeliers – A Gilded New Years at the Phelps Mansion
Join the Phelps Mansion Museum for a New Years Eve Party. Cash bar, provided by Mountain Mixer Wanderbar, appetizers, party favors, streaming of the ball drop on our big screen,
Museum Closed
Museum Closed
Museum Closed for New Years Day! We will reopen on 1/02.
First Friday Flashlight Tours
First Friday Flashlight Tours
Come explore the Phelps Mansion by flashlight. The only lights that will be on are the Christmas trees. Tour times will be at 6:15pm and again at 7:45pm. Admission is
Open House
Open House
As a thank you for all your support in 2025 the Phelps Mansion cordially invites you to its After Holiday’s Open House. The mansion will be open for self-guided tours
Women in Baseball
Women in Baseball
A presentation by the National Baseball Hall of Fame and guest speaker Rachel Balkovec: First woman to work as a full-time manager of a major league-affiliated team. Silent Auctions and
Volunteer
Highly motivated students between the ages 13 to 17 are invited to become a part of the exciting Junior Docent program. Junior Docents are museum volunteers who are trained to participate in family and children’s programming and to help museum visitors better understand and appreciate the history of our area. Junior Docents assist in a variety of programming including: mansion tours, special event tours, and children’s workshops.
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