Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway
Judge Lorin P. Cray Mansion, MN

Now the Mankato YWCA, this impressive Queen Anne style mansion was built in 1898 at the cost of $15,000. The towers, side balcony, stained etched and beveled glass windows, garland designed porch trim and columns are all typical of this period structure. The exterior and interior capture the Victorian character of the home with most origianl features remaining. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.