The mansion was originally built by railroad and lumber tycoon Duane Bliss in 1879. At the time it was built it was the largest and grandest house in the state. It was also the first home in the city to have gas lighting and a telephone system installed. Now it as been fully restored and it is run as an historic bed and breakfast.

The mansion was built on top of what used to be a graveyard, all bodies were exhumed, but lots of people still believe that some of the spirits still remain to haunt Bliss Mansion, and they also believe that one of the most popular ghosts is Mr Bliss himself who is still happy to remain at his home.