Author: Brucemore Staff

The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) proudly announces that Brucemore is the recipient of an Award of Merit from the AASLH Leadership in History Awards for the…

On July 22, Brucemore received a challenge pledge from Kathleen and Tom Aller, longtime supporters, volunteers, and trustees of Brucemore.If we can raise $2,000 to reach 80% of our goal…

Brucemore announces the election of three new members to three-year terms on the Board of Trustees (pictured left to right): Larry Helling, President and CEO of Cedar Rapids Bank &…

Irene Douglas supported regional artists, sometimes before they became internationally famous like Grant Wood. The Brucemore Store follows in her footsteps by featuring a variety of products from Iowa artisans.…

“Chew On This” Honored at Celebration of the Arts On November 12, Brucemore was honored with the “Reaching Out Collaboration Award” from the Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance (ICCA).  The honor,…

This morning we received word that Peggy Boyle Whitworth, Brucemore’s founding Executive Director, died at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids.  Peggy had been battling lung cancer for the last…

Nearly 400 People Submit Votes Over 60 scarecrows created by individuals, families, businesses, and organizations are on display at Brucemore for the second annual Scarecrow Invasion, running through October 28.…

This summer, Brucemore will offer something for everyone! View an electronic copy of the insert published in The Gazette on June 9. These events and more can be found on…

The collaboration of Torchlight Theatrics and Brucemore in 1996 launched outdoor theatre in Eastern Iowa and a new venue at Brucemore. The Classics at Brucemore celebrates a rich history of…

In a cooler climate like Iowa’s, there are certain plants that benefit from being planted in early spring. Exposing perennials or vegetables to cooler temperatures, the plants are hardened and…