Are original Warner family items being sold?
No. Items that are original to the Warner family are not part of the Governor Warner Mansion Estate Sale. These historically significant pieces are being carefully preserved.

What will happen to those original items?
Original Warner family furnishings and artifacts will remain with the mansion and will continue to be used as décor, helping to reflect the home’s history and character as it moves forward.

What is the purpose of the estate sale?
The estate sale includes non-original items and furnishings that are not historically tied to the Warner family. The sale allows the City to responsibly manage the mansion’s contents while prioritizing the preservation of its most meaningful pieces and prep the Mansion for major renovation.

Why is the City considering new uses for the mansion?
The Governor Warner Mansion is a 160-year-old historic property, and maintaining a building of this age requires ongoing care and significant investment. In fact, the original portion of the home was constructed before indoor plumbing existed, which highlights both its historic value and the challenges involved in maintaining it.

What changes are being considered?
There is a proposal to convert the mansion into an event space. This adaptive reuse would allow more people to experience and appreciate the mansion while helping ensure its long-term sustainability and preservation for future generations.

Will the mansion’s historic character be preserved?
Yes. Any future use of the mansion would be approached with care and respect for its historic integrity, with original Warner family items remaining part of the setting and story of the home.