Brucemore

Self-Guided Mansion Tour
2023-04-23 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-04-30 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Discover over a century of Cedar Rapids history with this self-guided tour of the Brucemore mansion. Explore the first, second, and third floors of the mansion at your own pace while taking in the architecture, artifacts, and stories of the Douglas family, who called Brucemore home from 1906-1937. Use the provided tour book with information to start your experience and read stories about what the spaces reflect or how they were used. Interact with hands-on opportunities and ask questions of the knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Head outside after your mansion tour and explore the 26-acres of grounds and gardens on your own at no additional cost. We recommend planning for 45 minutes indoors.
Tickets for guided tours of the mansion are available for advance sale on our website. Guests may also purchase tickets the day of their visit, subject to availability. Tour entry times are limited and can sell out.
Dates and Times (March 11 – April 30, 2023):

Saturday entry times are every 30 minutes, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
Sunday entry times are every 30 minutes, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
**The schedule of tour dates and times for additional months will be posted by April 1, 2023.
Looking for other times to visit the mansion? See upcoming guided tour options – which includes the addition of the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar.

Admission:

$10.00 Adults
$5.00 Student (4+)
Free Youth (3 and under)
Brucemore members receive a $5 discount per ticket. To use your member discount, please sign in using the link in the upper right corner or call (319) 362-7375.

Note: The Visitor Center with exhibits and souvenir shop will be closed in March and April.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the mansion, where there is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Check-in: Please check in with staff at the mansion at the scheduled entry time on your ticket.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the tour. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: This tour consists of substantial walking and standing. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible due to preservation work. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Photographs should not distract form other’s enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2023 TOUR SEASON SPONSORS:
Presenting
GreatAmerica Financial Services
Printing
Mercy Medical Center

Nooks and Crannies Tour
2023-04-27 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-05-11 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-05-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Brucemore’s Carriage House, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
All Nooks and Crannies Tours are sold out.
To learn more about what you can experience at Brucemore this summer, click here!

Satisfy your curiosity about Brucemore! During this 90-minute all-access guided tour that takes you across the estate, peek inside typically closed buildings built for servant housing or hobby use, discover the curiosities and oddities of the mansion, and get the answer to a frequently-asked question – what is behind that door? As part of this tour, you will see the infamous mansion basement and experience the sights and sounds of a “rainstorm” in the Tahitian Room, which is an exclusive perk of the Nooks and Crannies tour!
Tickets for this special-themed tour are available for advance sale on our website. Space is limited and this tour frequently sells out.
Dates:

Thursday, April 6 at 5:30 PM (sold out!)
Thursday, April 13 at 5:30 PM (sold out!)
Thursday, April 20 at 5:30 PM (sold out!)
Thursday, April 27 at 5:30 PM (sold out!)
Thursday, May 11 at 5:30 PM (sold out!)
Thursday, May 18 at 5:30 PM (sold out!)
Thursday, May 25 at 5:30 PM (sold out!)

Admission:

$18.00 Adult
$10.00 Student (4+)
Brucemore members receive a $5 discount per ticket. To use your member discount on this purchase, please sign in using the link in the upper right corner or call (319) 362-7375.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the Visitor Center, where there is onsite parking available.
Check-in: Please check in with staff at the Visitor Center at the scheduled tour time on your ticket.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the tour. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: This tour consists of substantial walking, including outdoors on uneven surfaces such as pavement and grass. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
Weather: A portion of this tour program occurs outside and in weather conditions including, but not limited to a light rain, a light snow, or wind. It will be adjusted to occur indoors with more inclement weather. Pease dress for the weather.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Photographs should not distract form other’s enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2023 TOUR SEASON SPONSORS:
Presenting
GreatAmerica Financial Services
Supporting
Hills Bank
Printing
Mercy Medical Center

Self-Guided Mansion Tour
2023-04-29 10:30 - 15:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Discover over a century of Cedar Rapids history with this self-guided tour of the Brucemore mansion. Explore the first, second, and third floors of the mansion at your own pace while taking in the architecture, artifacts, and stories of the Douglas family, who called Brucemore home from 1906-1937. Use the provided tour book with information to start your experience and read stories about what the spaces reflect or how they were used. Interact with hands-on opportunities and ask questions of the knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Head outside after your mansion tour and explore the 26-acres of grounds and gardens on your own at no additional cost. We recommend planning for 45 minutes indoors.
Tickets for guided tours of the mansion are available for advance sale on our website. Guests may also purchase tickets the day of their visit, subject to availability. Tour entry times are limited and can sell out.
Dates and Times (March 11 – April 30, 2023):

Saturday entry times are every 30 minutes, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
Sunday entry times are every 30 minutes, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
**The schedule of tour dates and times for additional months will be posted by April 1, 2023.
Looking for other times to visit the mansion? See upcoming guided tour options – which includes the addition of the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar.

Admission:

$10.00 Adults
$5.00 Student (4+)
Free Youth (3 and under)
Brucemore members receive a $5 discount per ticket. To use your member discount, please sign in using the link in the upper right corner or call (319) 362-7375.

Note: The Visitor Center with exhibits and souvenir shop will be closed in March and April.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the mansion, where there is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Check-in: Please check in with staff at the mansion at the scheduled entry time on your ticket.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the tour. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: This tour consists of substantial walking and standing. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible due to preservation work. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Photographs should not distract form other’s enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2023 TOUR SEASON SPONSORS:
Presenting
GreatAmerica Financial Services
Supporting
Hills Bank
Printing
Mercy Medical Center

Guided Mansion Tour
2023-05-04 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-05-05 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-05-06 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-05-11 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-05-12 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-05-13 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-05-18 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-05-19 10:00 - 10:45 and 2 more dates | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Discover over a century of history at Brucemore during this 45-minute guided tour of the mansion. Follow an expert to hear stories about the history and collections of Brucemore and the families who called the mansion home. View the first, second, and third floors of the mansion, as well as the infamous Brucemore basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar (which isn’t included on the self-guided tour!). When finished with your tour, Brucemore welcomes you to explore the 26-acres of grounds and gardens on your own at no additional cost.
Tickets for guided tours of the mansion are available for advance sale on our website. Guests may also purchase tickets the day of their visit, subject to availability. Tour entry times are limited and can sell out.
Guided Tour Dates and Times (May 1 – 31, 2023):

Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 10:00 A.M and 1:00 P.M.
Sundays at 1:00 P.M.
Looking for other times to visit the mansion? See upcoming self-guided tours.

Admission:

$12.00 Adults
$7.00 Students (4+)
Free (3 and under)
Brucemore members receive a $5 discount per ticket. To use your member discount, please sign in using the link in the upper right corner or call (319) 362-7375.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the mansion, where there is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Check-in: Please check in with staff at the mansion at the scheduled tour time on your ticket.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the tour. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: This tour consists of substantial walking and standing. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible due to preservation work. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge or contact us with questions.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Photographs should not distract form other’s enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2023 TOUR SEASON SPONSORS:
Presenting
GreatAmerica Financial Services
Printing
Mercy Medical Center

Self-Guided Mansion Tour
2023-05-04 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-05-05 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-05-06 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-05-11 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-05-12 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-05-13 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-05-18 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-05-19 10:30 - 15:30 and 1 more date | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Discover over a century of Cedar Rapids history with this self-guided tour of the Brucemore mansion. Explore the first, second, and third floors of the mansion at your own pace while taking in the architecture, artifacts, and stories of the Douglas family, who called Brucemore home from 1906-1937. Use the provided tour book with information to start your experience and read stories about what the spaces reflect or how they were used. Interact with hands-on opportunities and ask questions of the knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Head outside after your mansion tour and explore the 26-acres of grounds and gardens on your own at no additional cost. We recommend planning for 45 minutes indoors.
Tickets for guided tours of the mansion are available for advance sale on our website. Guests may also purchase tickets the day of their visit, subject to availability. Tour entry times are limited and can sell out.
Dates and Times (May 1-31, 2023):

Thursday, Friday, and Saturday entry times are every 30 minutes, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
Sunday entry times are every 30 minutes, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
Looking for other times to visit the mansion? See upcoming guided tour options – which includes the addition of the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar.

Admission:

$10.00 Adults
$5.00 Student (4+)
Free Youth (3 and under)
Brucemore members receive a $5 discount per ticket. To use your member discount, please sign in using the link in the upper right corner or call (319) 362-7375.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the mansion, where there is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Check-in: Please check in with staff at the mansion at the scheduled entry time on your ticket.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the tour. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: This tour consists of substantial walking and standing. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible due to preservation work. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Photographs should not distract form other’s enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2023 TOUR SEASON SPONSORS:
Presenting
GreatAmerica Financial Services
Supporting
Hills Bank
Printing
Mercy Medical Center

Self-Guided Mansion Tour
2023-05-07 13:30 - 15:00, 2023-05-14 13:30 - 15:00, 2023-05-21 13:30 - 15:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Brucemore will reopen for tours on Wednesday, August 23 following a small fire incident on August 17. Please read this post for information about residual smoke odor in the mansion.
Discover over a century of Cedar Rapids history with this self-guided tour of the Brucemore mansion. Explore the first, second, and third floors of the mansion at your own pace while taking in the architecture, artifacts, and stories of the Douglas family, who called Brucemore home from 1906-1937. Use the provided tour book with information to start your experience and read stories about what the spaces reflect or how they were used. Interact with hands-on opportunities and ask questions of the knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Head outside after your mansion tour and explore the 26-acres of grounds and gardens on your own at no additional cost. We recommend planning for 45 minutes indoors.
Tickets for guided tours of the mansion are available for advance sale on our website. Guests may also purchase tickets the day of their visit, subject to availability. Tour entry times are limited and can sell out.
Dates and Times (May 1-31, 2023):

Thursday, Friday, and Saturday entry times are every 30 minutes, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
Sunday entry times are every 30 minutes, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
Looking for other times to visit the mansion? See upcoming guided tour options – which includes the addition of the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar.

Admission:

$10.00 Adults
$5.00 Student (4+)
Free Youth (3 and under)
Brucemore members receive a $5 discount per ticket. To use your member discount, please sign in using the link in the upper right corner or call (319) 362-7375.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the mansion, where there is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Check-in: Please check in with staff at the mansion at the scheduled entry time on your ticket.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the tour. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: This tour consists of substantial walking and standing. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible due to preservation work. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Photographs should not distract form other’s enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2023 TOUR SEASON SPONSORS:
Presenting
GreatAmerica Financial Services
Supporting
Hills Bank
Printing
Mercy Medical Center

CANCELLED: Art at Brucemore: Bowl of Plenty
2023-05-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
This event has been cancelled. Please consider registering for our June workshop.
Embrace your creativity!
Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to bring a one-of-a-kind workshop to Art at Brucemore! A “Bowl of Plenty” is a common symbol found throughout homes built in the late 19th and early 20th century. A symbol of abundance and hospitality and typically filled with fruits and nuts, you will find several Bowls of Plenty at Brucemore – in the mansion and around the estate. In this workshop, participants will create their own Bowl of Plenty, including what fills the bowl. Hand build your unique bowl and then decide what types of fruit, nuts, and foliage you want to mold and place inside your Bowl of Plenty!
This workshop is hosted in the Brucemore Visitor Center. All instructions and materials are provided during the workshop. Following the workshop, the instructor will take the projects to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for firing in their kiln. Brucemore will notify participants when their creations are ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, approximately three weeks following the class date.
Reserve your spot by Wednesday, May 10 at 5 PM.

Admission Information
Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023
Time: Workshops begin at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Admission: $35 per person (includes all materials and instructions).
This event is held in partnership with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the Visitor Center, where there is on-site parking.
Check-in: Please check-in with Brucemore staff at the Visitor Center.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the workshop. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Location: This workshop is held at the Brucemore Visitor Center
Capacity: This workshop is limited to 16 participants per workshop time. Additional class times may be offered as ticket sales progress.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Explore: Visitors are encourage to explore Brucemore during the visit. Take a walk around the grounds, or check our events calendar to see what tours are available.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S SUMMER SEASON SPONSORS WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR US TO SHARE THE ESTATE WITH OUR CULTURAL PARTNERS:
$20,000+ (Presenting)
Cedar Grove Signature Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation
$7,500 (Leader)
Bankers Trust
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust
$5,000 (Advocate)
UFG Insurance
US Bank
$2,500 (Supporter)
Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
$1,000 (Friend)
ImOn Communications

CANCELLED: Art at Brucemore: Bowl of Plenty
2023-05-13 12:30 - 14:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
This event has been cancelled. Please consider registering for our June workshop.
Embrace your creativity!
Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to bring a one-of-a-kind workshop to Art at Brucemore! A “Bowl of Plenty” is a common symbol found throughout homes built in the late 19th and early 20th century. A symbol of abundance and hospitality and typically filled with fruits and nuts, you will find several Bowls of Plenty at Brucemore – in the mansion and around the estate. In this workshop, participants will create their own Bowl of Plenty, including what fills the bowl. Hand build your unique bowl and then decide what types of fruit, nuts, and foliage you want to mold and place inside your Bowl of Plenty!
This workshop is hosted in the Brucemore Visitor Center. All instructions and materials are provided during the workshop. Following the workshop, the instructor will take the projects to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for firing in their kiln. Brucemore will notify participants when their creations are ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, approximately three weeks following the class date.
Reserve your spot by Wednesday, May 10 at 5 PM.

Admission Information
Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023
Time: Workshops begin at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Admission: $35 per person (includes all materials and instructions).
This event is held in partnership with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the Visitor Center, where there is on-site parking.
Check-in: Please check-in with Brucemore staff at the Visitor Center.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the workshop. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Location: This workshop is held at the Brucemore Visitor Center
Capacity: This workshop is limited to 16 participants per workshop time. Additional class times may be offered as ticket sales progress.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Explore: Visitors are encourage to explore Brucemore during the visit. Take a walk around the grounds, or check our events calendar to see what tours are available.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.
