Brucemore

A Brucemore Christmas A Self-Guided Holiday Experience
2022-12-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-02 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-11-27 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-11-26 10:00 - 15:00, 2022-11-25 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
This self-guided tour of the mansion will fill you with holiday cheer! Explore our award-winning holiday experience, complete with over a dozen dazzling Christmas trees, sparkling seasonal décor, and a glimpse into the holiday seasons of yore at Brucemore. Imagine what it was like to live or work at Brucemore more than 100 years ago as you wander through three floors of history and holiday spirit.
After your tour, put on your hat and gloves to visit the grounds at no additional cost. The mansion grounds include a self-guided QR code tour, formal garden, a white garden, orchard, a pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall. Don’t forget to stop by the gift shop located in the historic Carriage House to view the exhibit, home movies, and purchase a souvenir!

Ticket Information

Tickets required to view the mansion; advance purchase recommended due to limited tickets per entry time.
$10 per adult
$5 for per youth (ages 1 – 18)
If available, tickets may be available for purchase in the Visitor Center the day of.
Brucemore members – “Sign-in” prior to purchasing tickets or call (319) 362-7375 to receive your discount!

Dates/Times:

Through December 31, 2022!

Thursdays- Saturdays, Timed entry every 30 minutes beginning at 10:00 a.m. with the last entry time at 3:00 p.m.
Sundays, Timed entry every 30 minutes beginning at 1:00 p.m. with the last entry time at 3:00 p.m.
Closed December 24, 25, 26, and 27

Important information for your visit:

Arrival: Arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Drive SE. There is on-site parking near the Visitor Center and mansion.
Check-in: Patrons with tickets already purchased should arrive at the mansion at their entry time. Early admittance may not be possible due to limited space. Late arrivals may be subject to a shortened visit or may be asked to wait until a later available entry time.
Bags: Please leave large bags in your car. Guests may be asked to leave coats and large bags with staff at check-in.
Accessibility: The historic mansion is not wheelchair accessible at this time. There are several stairs to enter the mansion, and the tour will span three floors of the home. 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 will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from others enjoyment.
Safety: Masks are optional indoors and outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear mask is encouraged to do so. Please exercise caution and stay home if you are feeling unwell or have recently been exposed to COVID. Read our full policy here.
Preservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved, click here. Brucemore is also continuing efforts to recover from the August 10, 2020 derecho which brought hurricane-strength winds through the estate. To learn more about that process, click here.

Holiday Nights: A Brucemore Christmas Experience
2022-12-01 17:00 - 19:30 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Due to severe winter weather, all daytime and evening mansion tours have been canceled on Thursday, December 22. “Brucemore Christmas” daytime tours are still scheduled on Friday, December 23. If you have tickets for a canceled tour, please check your email, email mail@brucemore.org, or call (319) 362-7375. Staff are working offsite and will return any voicemails as soon as possible.

Enjoy a self-guided tour of the mansion by glow of holiday lights! With over a dozen Christmas trees and thousands of twinkling lights, this breath-taking view of Brucemore is sure to bring Christmas alive for you and your family and friends. This tour takes visitors to all four floors of the mansion, including the infamous Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar. Favorite holiday carols and hymns played on Brucemore’s rare 1920s Skinner Player Pipe Organ will fill the home with music and cheer.
Our Holiday Nights Tours for 2022 are sold out. View our calendar for daytime tour options.

Ticket Information:

Tickets required to view the mansion; advance purchase recommended due to limited tickets per time.
$15 per adult
$10 for per youth (ages 1 to 18).
Brucemore members – “Sign-in” prior to purchasing tickets or call (319) 362-7375 to receive your discount!
Tickets will not be available for purchase at the door.

Dates/Times: Timed entry every 30 minutes beginning at 5:00 pm with the last entry time at 7:30pm

Thursday, December 1 – Sold out!
Sunday, December 4 – Sold out!
Thursday, December 8 – Sold out!
Sunday, December 11 – Sold out!
Wednesday, December 14 – Sold out!
Thursday, December 15 – Sold out!
Sunday, December 18 – Sold out!
Tuesday, December 20 – Sold out!
Wednesday, December 21 – Sold out!
Thursday, December 22 – Sold out!

Looking for other opportunities to visit Brucemore this holiday season?
View our calendar to view daytime options for self-guided holiday tours.

Important information for your visit:

Arrival: Arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Drive SE. There is on-site parking near the Visitor Center and mansion.
Check-in: Patrons with tickets already purchased should arrive at the mansion at their entry time. Early admittance may not be possible due to limited space. Late arrivals may be subject to a shortened visit or may be asked to wait until a later available entry time.
Bags: Please leave large bags in your car. Guests may be asked to leave coats and large bags with staff at check-in.
Accessibility: The historic mansion is not wheelchair accessible at this time. There are several stairs to enter the mansion, and tours will span four floors of the home. 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 will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from others enjoyment.
Safety: Masks are optional indoors and outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear mask is encouraged to do so. Please exercise caution and stay home if you are feeling unwell or have recently been exposed to COVID. Read our full policy here.
Preservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved, click here. Brucemore is also continuing efforts to recover from the August 10, 2020 derecho which brought hurricane-strength winds through the estate. To learn more about that process, click here.

Art at Brucemore: Glass Holiday Trees
2022-11-26 14:30 - 16:00, 2022-11-26 12:30 - 14:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Embrace your holiday cheer!
The holiday season is upon us, and Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to bring back this popular workshop! Create a beautiful tree from glass to decorate your home for the holidays or gift to someone special. All instruction and materials are provided during the class to make one 3”x6” glass tree using warm glass techniques. Projects include a wooden display stand.
This workshop occurs at Brucemore. All projects are then taken back to Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to be fired 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, just in time to decorate for the holidays!

Ticket Information
Tickets go on sale November 1, 2022.
Date: Saturday, November 26, 2022
Time: Class begins at 10:30 a.m. (sold out), 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
Admission: $45 per person (includes all materials and instruction)
This event is held in partnership with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION

Arrival: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 There is on-site parking both near our Visitor Center and the mansion.
Safety: Masks are not required at this time. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. View our full COVID policy here.
Check-in: Please check-in with Brucemore staff at the Visitor Center.
Location: This event will be held at the Visitor Center
Capacity: The event is limited to 16 people. Additional class times may be offered as ticket sales progress.
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.

Art at Brucemore: Glass Holiday Trees
2022-11-26 10:30 - 12:00 | 2160 Linden Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Embrace your holiday cheer!
The holiday season is upon us, and Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to bring back this popular workshop! Create a beautiful tree from glass to decorate your home for the holidays or gift to someone special. All instruction and materials are provided during the class to make one 3”x6” glass tree using warm glass techniques. Projects include a wooden display stand.
This workshop occurs at Brucemore. All projects are then taken back to Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to be fired 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, just in time to decorate for the holidays!

Ticket Information
Date: Saturday, November 26, 2022
Time: Class begins at 10:30 a.m. (sold out), 12:30 p.m. (limited tickets remain), and 2:30 p.m.
Admission: $45 per person (includes all materials and instruction)
This event is held in partnership with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION

Arrival: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 There is on-site parking both near our Visitor Center and the mansion.
Safety: Masks are not required at this time. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. View our full COVID policy here.
Check-in: Please check-in with Brucemore staff at the Visitor Center.
Location: This event will be held at the Visitor Center
Capacity: The event is limited to 16 people. Additional class times may be offered as ticket sales progress.
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.

Closed: Thanksgiving
2022-11-24 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Brucemore is closed in observation of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Donor Holiday Preview
2022-11-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-11-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-11-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Donors and Members of Brucemore are invited to enjoy special access during the Donor Holiday Preview, a sneak-peek of the holiday season. This is our way of saying thank you for your gifts that help us preserve this irreplaceable community treasure!
During the Donor Holiday Preview, enjoy the splendor of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion decorated in almost every room for Christmas while listening to music on the 1920s player pipe organ. Take a peek at how the Douglas family lived more than a century ago while exploring at your own pace. This self-guided experience features three floors plus basement Grizzly Bar and Tahitian Room with interpretive materials and family friendly interactives. Before or after your tour, put on your hat and gloves to visit the grounds at no additional cost. The mansion grounds include a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall.
Donors can claim their two complimentary preview tickets and reserve a tour time beginning Wednesday, October 19, 2022 by contacting Brucemore via phone or email. Space per tour time is limited.
Donor Holiday Preview Dates/Times:

Friday, November 18
Saturday, November 19
Sunday, November 20
Timed entry every 30 minutes beginning at 1:00 p.m. with the last entry time at 3:00 p.m.

Looking for other options to experience the holiday season? View the calendar to see other upcoming dates and times.
Become a member today to be eligible for this offer!

Important information for your visit:

Arrival: Arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Drive SE. There is on-site parking near the Visitor Center and mansion.
Check-in: Arrive at the mansion at your entry time. Early admittance may not be possible due to limited space. Late arrivals may be subject to a shortened visit or may be asked to wait until a later available entry time.
Bags: Please leave large bags in your car. Guests may be asked to leave coats and large bags at check-in.
Accessibility: The historic mansion is not wheelchair accessible at this time. There are several stairs to enter the mansion, and the tour will span four floors of the home. 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 will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from others enjoyment.
Safety: Masks are optional indoors and outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear mask is encouraged to do so. Please exercise caution and stay home if you are feeling unwell or have recently been exposed to COVID. Read our full policy here.
Preservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved, click here. Brucemore is also continuing efforts to recover from the August 10, 2020 derecho which brought hurricane-strength winds through the estate. To learn more about that process, click here.

Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
2022-10-28 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-10-28 10:30 - 11:15, 2022-10-27 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-10-27 10:30 - 11:15, 2022-10-23 14:30 - 15:15, 2022-10-23 12:30 - 13:15, 2022-10-22 14:30 - 15:15, 2022-10-22 12:30 - 13:15 and 8 more dates | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home, see preservation in action all around the site, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa.
Admission:

$10 per adult
$5 per student
Brucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.

Dates and Times:

Offered through October 28, 2022!
Thursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM
Saturdays with start times at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM
Sundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM

Note: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION

Safety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.
Arrival: Arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Drive SE, and follow signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.
Check-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time, based on availability, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.
Weather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.
Bags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.
Accessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground, in the gardens, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.
Preservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved, click here.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:
Presenting
GreatAmerica Financial Services
Supporting
Hills Bank
Printing
Mercy Medical Center
