rivercene was constructed by captain joseph b. kinney, who ran a line of 21 sternwheelers up and down the missouri river, between 1864 and 1869 and is the earliest example of second empire or baroque revival this far west.

this beautiful hand-carved stairway, hewn by european artisans of the finest mahogany, cypress and walnut, has been the place where many memories were made-brides and debutantes presented, ladies in long flowing dresses greeting their gentleman-callers-and katy trail bikers retiring for a restful night, or a relaxing whirlpool bath.

the detailed hand-painted border that surrounds the parlor was created in the late 1800s by captain kinney's daughter, cora kinney hurt.this magnificent mansion will capture you with its character, history and period style. come and experience the history with a stay at rivercene mansion bed & breakfast.

at the top of the master staircase, this sunny room of soothing shades of blue has an oak four poster bed, leather recliner and antiques. a hand-carved marble fireplace will warm you in the winter. (shower)

originally the nanny's room and nursery, these rooms welcome the sunrise, but you'll need your stepping stool to climb into the high, huge oak four-poster nanny's bed.