Neely Mansion

The Neely Mansion is a Victorian-era residence in Auburn, Washington, built with white clapboard siding and marked by a symmetrical facade with three windows on each side and a centered front doorway. The square layout and detailed woodwork are typical of 19th century architecture and represent a well-preserved example of that period.

David Neely and his family arrived in the Green River Valley in 1853 from Tennessee, becoming among the region's first settlers. The property later housed different immigrant communities whose agricultural activities shaped the area's development for decades to come.

The mansion passed through the hands of different immigrant families, including Swiss farmers, Japanese agriculturists, and Filipino workers, each shaping the property's agricultural heritage. The rooms and grounds reflect the daily lives of these communities who worked the land over generations.

The property is open to visitors and offers guided tours of the house and gardens, with walking access from the parking area. The best time to visit is during warmer months when the gardens are in bloom and special events such as craft fairs take place.

Behind the mansion stands a Japanese bathhouse built by the Hori family in 1930 that still remains standing today. This rare outbuilding demonstrates the presence of Japanese immigrants in the region and serves as a tangible reminder of their cultural traditions and craftsmanship.