Level Up Live!
2026-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Brucemore’s Mansion, 2160 Linden Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Experience music from your favorite games performed live at Brucemore!
Get ready to level up and experience the music of video games like you’ve never done before! With producers Dillon Rairdin and Lincoln Ginsberg, along with a selection of Cedar Rapids’ finest musicians, prepare for a night of epic, intimate, and infectious music — all without having to pick up a controller! Whether you’re an avid gamer or just enjoy energizing instrumental music, this event will have something for you.
Want a preview of what to expect at this event? Check out our Level Up Live playlist on YouTube for highlights from past events. The 2026 program will bring innovative arrangements of new songs from your favorite games, with all the passion and creativity that audiences enjoyed in 2024 and 2025.

Performance Dates: September 4 & 5 – 7:30 PM
Location: Circle Drive in Front of Brucemore’s Mansion

Admission:

Adult: $25
Student: $15
Brucemore supporters receive a $5 discount per ticket. To use your discount, please sign in using the link in the upper right corner of the purchase page or call (319) 362-7375.
A $4.00 processing fee will be applied to all online and phone orders.

How does seating work?

This event takes place outdoors with most seating on concrete.
Chairs will be provided.
Seating space is available on a first come basis.

2026 Food and Drink Updates:

As an addition to our patron amenities, Brucemore is now offering concession sales at our summer events!
A selection of canned hard and soft drinks, bottles of wine, and light snacks will be available for purchase at this event. Please contact us if you have questions about the menu.
Beverage buckets, bottles of wine, and snack packs may be pre-ordered. Please use this form to place your order.
Due to liquor license requirements, please do not bring your own alcohol to this event. You are welcome to bring your own soft drinks and snacks.

Things to Know Before You Arrive:

This event takes place outdoors primarily on pavement and may continue in a light rain.
The site will open at 7:00 PM for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 7:30 PM
The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Please arrive by 7:25 PM to park near the mansion. Late parking will be available, but will require a slightly longer walk to the performance space.
You are welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages (beer and wine allowed) to enjoy at your seat beginning as early as 7:00 PM or throughout the show. Concessions will not be available for sale at this event.
Pets are not allowed, with the exception of service animals.
Please watch this video for information about how to navigate your arrival to the event.

What to Do When You Arrive:

Please enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Drive SE.
Follow signage and staff directions to open parking spaces. Accessible parking will be available.
Check in with the staff member near the mansion circle drive by providing the name on your order.

Ticket Policies:
All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here. Online and phone orders are subject to a $4.00 processing fee per order. Tickets can be purchased at the event, subject to availability.
Weather Policies:
The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event cannot be held due to weather, a decision will be made by 5:00 PM and posted on Brucemore’s website and social media. Ticket holders will be notified by phone. There will be no refunds, only exchanges to another date if tickets are available.
Photography and Video Notice:
At this event, photography and videos may be recorded. By attending this event, you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos, which may be used for educational, archival, or promotional purposes. If you have concerns about your likeness appearing in these photos and videos, please talk to a staff member when you check in for the event.

Explore the Landscape
2026-09-06 12:30 - 16:00, 2026-09-12 10:30 - 16:00, 2026-09-13 12:30 - 16:00, 2026-09-19 10:30 - 16:00, 2026-09-20 12:30 - 16:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
The 26-acre landscape highlights a variety of experiences to enjoy throughout the year! Free and open to the public seven days a week for a majority of the year, visiting the grounds offers the perfect way to immerse yourself in a historic country estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids. Stroll through the gardens, picnic on the lawn, birdwatch on a woodland path near the pond, examine the architecture of the mansion and servants’ village, or take in the history of the site with interpretative panels scattered across the grounds. Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media!

Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday, 10:30 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday, 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm

*Hours are subject to change seasonally or for special events, holidays, and other occasions.

Guidelines for your visit

We love when furry friends come to visit Brucemore! Please help us keep the site clean and welcoming to everyone by keeping your animal on lead at all times and taking any waste with you.
We do not have any garbage cans on the grounds as part of our approach to remove distractions. Please carry out anything you bring onto the site.
Parking for vehicles is available on pavement near the Carriage House or Mansion.
Public restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House during hours with vehicle access seasonally.

Guided Mansion Tours
2026-09-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Tour Details
We can’t wait to welcome you to Brucemore! To help make the most of your visit, we’ve prepared a few tips. If you have any questions that haven’t been answered here, our team is happy to help. Please send an email to mail@brucemore.org or call 319-362-7375 to reach a Brucemore staff member.
What to expect from this tour

Guided mansion tours do not include access to buildings other than the mansion.
Tours of the mansion consist of substantial walking and standing. 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. The mansion does not have an elevator. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
This tour covers the three main floors of the mansion and the Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar in the basement.
This tour is approximately 60 minutes long.

What to do when you arrive

Enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Please do not use the exit gate on First Avenue to enter the site.
Once onsite, follow signs towards the mansion.
There is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
If you purchased tickets in advance, please check in with staff at the mansion at the time on your ticket. If you need to purchase a ticket, you can do that at the mansion when you arrive.
The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door next to the circle drive.

Tips for your visit

For site navigation tips, please watch this video. A labeled Google Map of the site is available here.
Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored during tours.
Mansion doors open 15 minutes before the scheduled tour start time. Early admittance may not be available and there is not an indoor lobby to wait for the tour to begin. If you arrive onsite more than 15 minutes before a scheduled tour, please enjoy exploring the grounds before entering the mansion.
Guided mansion tours begin promptly at the advertised start time. If you arrive after the tour start time, you may be subject to a shortened tour or asked to join another tour time that day, subject to availability.
Food and drink are not allowed inside the mansion during tours. We encourage you to enjoy a meal at one of Cedar Rapids’ local restaurants before or after your visit.
All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.

Discover over a century of history at Brucemore!
Brucemore’s historic Queen Anne mansion holds a rich history. Follow a guide to hear the stories of the families who called it home. Discover how they shaped Cedar Rapids history through industry and philanthropy. Along the way, you’ll see beautiful and bizarre interiors that showcase the popular styles of the first half of the 20th century. After your mansion tour, enjoy exploring the 26-acre landscape at no additional cost.
Tour Admission

$12.00 Adults
$7.00 Students (4+)
Free (3 and under)
Brucemore supporters receive a $5 discount per ticket.
A $4.00 processing fee will be applied to all online and phone orders.

Tour Dates & Start Times

Wednesday, Thursday

1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM

Friday, Saturday

11:00 AM | 11:30 AM | 1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM

Sunday

1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM

Tour Details
We can’t wait to welcome you to Brucemore! To help make the most of your visit, we’ve prepared a few tips. If you have any questions that haven’t been answered here, our team is happy to help. Please send an email to mail@brucemore.org or call 319-362-7375 to reach a Brucemore staff member.
What to expect from this tour

Guided mansion tours do not include access to buildings other than the mansion.
Tours of the mansion consist of substantial walking and standing. 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. The mansion does not have an elevator. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
This tour covers the three main floors of the mansion and the Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar in the basement.
This tour is approximately 60 minutes long.

What to do when you arrive

Enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Please do not use the exit gate on First Avenue to enter the site.
Once onsite, follow signs towards the mansion.
There is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
If you purchased tickets in advance, please check in with staff at the mansion at the time on your ticket. If you need to purchase a ticket, you can do that at the mansion when you arrive.
The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door next to the circle drive.

Tips for your visit

For site navigation tips, please watch this video. A labeled Google Map of the site is available here.
Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored during tours.
Mansion doors open 15 minutes before the scheduled tour start time. Early admittance may not be available and there is not an indoor lobby to wait for the tour to begin. If you arrive onsite more than 15 minutes before a scheduled tour, please enjoy exploring the grounds before entering the mansion.
Guided mansion tours begin promptly at the advertised start time. If you arrive after the tour start time, you may be subject to a shortened tour or asked to join another tour time that day, subject to availability.
Food and drink are not allowed inside the mansion during tours. We encourage you to enjoy a meal at one of Cedar Rapids’ local restaurants before or after your visit.
All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.

Closed: Labor Day
2026-09-07 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Brucemore is closed in observation of the Labor Day holiday.

Explore the Landscape
2026-09-08 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-09 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-10 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-11 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-14 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-15 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-16 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-17 08:00 - 16:00 and 1 more date | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
The 26-acre landscape highlights a variety of experiences to enjoy throughout the year! Free and open to the public seven days a week for a majority of the year, visiting the grounds offers the perfect way to immerse yourself in a historic country estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids. Stroll through the gardens, picnic on the lawn, birdwatch on a woodland path near the pond, examine the architecture of the mansion and servants’ village, or take in the history of the site with interpretative panels scattered across the grounds. Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media!

*Hours are subject to change seasonally or for special events, holidays, and other occasions.

Guidelines for your visit

We love when furry friends come to visit Brucemore! Please help us keep the site clean and welcoming to everyone by keeping your animal on lead at all times and taking any waste with you.
We do not have any garbage cans on the grounds as part of our approach to remove distractions. Please carry out anything you bring onto the site.
Parking for vehicles is available on pavement near the Carriage House or Mansion.
Public restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House during hours with vehicle access seasonally.

Guided Mansion Tours
2026-09-09 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-13 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-16 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-18 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Tour Details
We can’t wait to welcome you to Brucemore! To help make the most of your visit, we’ve prepared a few tips. If you have any questions that haven’t been answered here, our team is happy to help. Please send an email to mail@brucemore.org or call 319-362-7375 to reach a Brucemore staff member.
What to expect from this tour

Guided mansion tours do not include access to buildings other than the mansion.
Tours of the mansion consist of substantial walking and standing. 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. The mansion does not have an elevator. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
This tour covers the three main floors of the mansion and the Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar in the basement.
This tour is approximately 60 minutes long.

What to do when you arrive

Enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Please do not use the exit gate on First Avenue to enter the site.
Once onsite, follow signs towards the mansion.
There is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
If you purchased tickets in advance, please check in with staff at the mansion at the time on your ticket. If you need to purchase a ticket, you can do that at the mansion when you arrive.
The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door next to the circle drive.

Tips for your visit

For site navigation tips, please watch this video. A labeled Google Map of the site is available here.
Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored during tours.
Mansion doors open 15 minutes before the scheduled tour start time. Early admittance may not be available and there is not an indoor lobby to wait for the tour to begin. If you arrive onsite more than 15 minutes before a scheduled tour, please enjoy exploring the grounds before entering the mansion.
Guided mansion tours begin promptly at the advertised start time. If you arrive after the tour start time, you may be subject to a shortened tour or asked to join another tour time that day, subject to availability.
Food and drink are not allowed inside the mansion during tours. We encourage you to enjoy a meal at one of Cedar Rapids’ local restaurants before or after your visit.
All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.

Discover over a century of history at Brucemore!
Brucemore’s historic Queen Anne mansion holds a rich history. Follow a guide to hear the stories of the families who called it home. Discover how they shaped Cedar Rapids history through industry and philanthropy. Along the way, you’ll see beautiful and bizarre interiors that showcase the popular styles of the first half of the 20th century. After your mansion tour, enjoy exploring the 26-acre landscape at no additional cost.
Tour Admission

$12.00 Adults
$7.00 Students (4+)
Free (3 and under)
Brucemore supporters receive a $5 discount per ticket.
A $4.00 processing fee will be applied to all online and phone orders.

Tour Dates & Start Times

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM | 11:30 AM | 1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM

Sunday

1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM

Tour Details
We can’t wait to welcome you to Brucemore! To help make the most of your visit, we’ve prepared a few tips. If you have any questions that haven’t been answered here, our team is happy to help. Please send an email to mail@brucemore.org or call 319-362-7375 to reach a Brucemore staff member.
What to expect from this tour

Guided mansion tours do not include access to buildings other than the mansion.
Tours of the mansion consist of substantial walking and standing. 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. The mansion does not have an elevator. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
This tour covers the three main floors of the mansion and the Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar in the basement.
This tour is approximately 60 minutes long.

What to do when you arrive

Enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Please do not use the exit gate on First Avenue to enter the site.
Once onsite, follow signs towards the mansion.
There is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
If you purchased tickets in advance, please check in with staff at the mansion at the time on your ticket. If you need to purchase a ticket, you can do that at the mansion when you arrive.
The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door next to the circle drive.

Tips for your visit

For site navigation tips, please watch this video. A labeled Google Map of the site is available here.
Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored during tours.
Mansion doors open 15 minutes before the scheduled tour start time. Early admittance may not be available and there is not an indoor lobby to wait for the tour to begin. If you arrive onsite more than 15 minutes before a scheduled tour, please enjoy exploring the grounds before entering the mansion.
Guided mansion tours begin promptly at the advertised start time. If you arrive after the tour start time, you may be subject to a shortened tour or asked to join another tour time that day, subject to availability.
Food and drink are not allowed inside the mansion during tours. We encourage you to enjoy a meal at one of Cedar Rapids’ local restaurants before or after your visit.
All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.

Nooks and Crannies Tour
2026-09-10 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-09-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Satisfy your curiosity about Brucemore! Led by experts on all things Brucemore, the Nooks and Crannies Tour includes in-depth discussions of the estate’s architecture and landscape, as well as special access to rarely seen rooms in the mansion. Discover the oddities of the mansion, including the Nooks and Crannies exclusive experience of a “rainstorm” in our infamous Tahitian Room! This is your chance to explore all rooms in the mansion and get the answer to one of our most frequently asked questions: “what is behind that door?”
Tickets are only available for advance purchase on Brucemore’s website or over the phone. Space is limited, and this popular tour frequently sells out.
Tour Dates

Thursday, September 10 – 5:30 PM
Thursday, September 17 – 5:30 PM
Thursday, September 24 – 5:30 PM
Thursday, October 1 – 5:30 PM
Thursday, October 8 – 5:30 PM
Thursday, October 15 – 5:30 PM
Saturday, October 17 – 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 22 – 5:30 PM
Saturday, October 24 – 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 29 – 5:30 PM

Admission:

$18.00 Adult
$10.00 Student
Brucemore supporters receive a $5 discount per ticket.
A $4.00 processing fee will be applied to all online and phone orders.

What to expect from this tour

This tour is best enjoyed by visitors ages 12 and older. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
To accommodate ongoing preservation work on the estate, the route for the Nooks and Crannies Tour may be adjusted.
This tour is approximately 90 minutes long.
The Nooks and Crannies Tour includes an outdoor portion that will continue in weather conditions including, but not limited to, cold temperatures, light rain, light snow, or wind. In case of more inclement weather, we will adjust most of the tour to occur indoors, but there will still be outdoor travel to each location. We ask that participants please dress for the weather.
Nooks and Crannies Tours consist of substantial walking and standing. 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. The mansion does not have an elevator. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.

What to do when you arrive

Enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Please do not use the exit gate on First Avenue to enter the site.
Once onsite, follow signs towards the check-in location outside of the Carriage House.
Please check in with staff outside of the Carriage House at the time listed on your ticket. Check-in may be moved in the event of rain.

Tips for your visit

For site navigation tips, please watch this video. A labeled Google Map of the site is available here.
Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored during the tour.
Early admittance may not be available and there is not a lobby to wait indoors. If you arrive onsite more than 10 minutes before a scheduled tour, please enjoy exploring the grounds before your tour.
Nooks and Crannies Tours start promptly at 5:30 PM. If you miss your tour start time, you may be subject to a shortened tour or asked to reschedule to another tour date, subject to availability.
Food and drink are not allowed inside the mansion during tours. We encourage you to enjoy a meal at one of Cedar Rapids’ local restaurants before or after your visit.
All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.

Guided Mansion Tours
2026-09-12 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-19 11:00 - 16:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Discover over a century of history at Brucemore!
Brucemore’s historic Queen Anne mansion holds a rich history. Follow a guide to hear the stories of the families who called it home. Discover how they shaped Cedar Rapids history through industry and philanthropy. Along the way, you’ll see beautiful and bizarre interiors that showcase the popular styles of the first half of the 20th century. After your mansion tour, enjoy exploring the 26-acre landscape at no additional cost.
Tour Admission

$12.00 Adults
$7.00 Students (4+)
Free (3 and under)
Brucemore supporters receive a $5 discount per ticket.
A $4.00 processing fee will be applied to all online and phone orders.

Tour Dates & Start Times

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM | 11:30 AM | 1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM

Tour Details
We can’t wait to welcome you to Brucemore! To help make the most of your visit, we’ve prepared a few tips. If you have any questions that haven’t been answered here, our team is happy to help. Please send an email to mail@brucemore.org or call 319-362-7375 to reach a Brucemore staff member.
What to expect from this tour

Guided mansion tours do not include access to buildings other than the mansion.
Tours of the mansion consist of substantial walking and standing. 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. The mansion does not have an elevator. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
This tour covers the three main floors of the mansion and the Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar in the basement.
This tour is approximately 60 minutes long.

What to do when you arrive

Enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Please do not use the exit gate on First Avenue to enter the site.
Once onsite, follow signs towards the mansion.
There is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
If you purchased tickets in advance, please check in with staff at the mansion at the time on your ticket. If you need to purchase a ticket, you can do that at the mansion when you arrive.
The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door next to the circle drive.

Tips for your visit

For site navigation tips, please watch this video. A labeled Google Map of the site is available here.
Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored during tours.
Mansion doors open 15 minutes before the scheduled tour start time. Early admittance may not be available and there is not an indoor lobby to wait for the tour to begin. If you arrive onsite more than 15 minutes before a scheduled tour, please enjoy exploring the grounds before entering the mansion.
Guided mansion tours begin promptly at the advertised start time. If you arrive after the tour start time, you may be subject to a shortened tour or asked to join another tour time that day, subject to availability.
Food and drink are not allowed inside the mansion during tours. We encourage you to enjoy a meal at one of Cedar Rapids’ local restaurants before or after your visit.
All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.

Mansion Mixer: Live, Laugh... Ludology?
2026-09-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Calling all curious minds looking for a unique night out!
Mansion Mixers are your chance to explore Brucemore after hours while diving into fascinating stories from history. Each program includes time for self-guided exploration of the mansion and the opportunity to enjoy an entertaining history presentation in the Tahitian Room! Your ticket includes a complimentary canned drink served from the mansion’s other quirky party space, the Grizzly Bar. If you’re looking for a fun, casual way to learn something new while connecting with other history fans, then this event is for you!
September 12 – Live, Laugh… Ludology?
What do you have in common with someone from Bronze Age Turkey? You both love board games!
From the ancient board games of Senet and the Royal Game of Ur to modern favorites like Monopoly and The Settlers of Catan, humans have played board games together for thousands of years. During this Mansion Mixer, get a crash course in your new favorite Scrabble word: ludology (ludus = game, logia = study)! Discover the folklore behind some of the most well-loved board games in history while you sip a complimentary drink.
During the social open house, you will find board games and card games distributed around the mansion to play with your friends and fellow gamers. You’ll also have time to explore the mansion (which may come in handy for the evening’s group activity). Once presentations are done, team up with friends new and old to compete in a special Brucemore board game activity.
Event Schedule:

6:00 PM: Doors Open
6:00 – 8:00 PM: Social Open House

Self-guided mansion exploration
Board games and card games available to play
Light snacks and a cash bar serving canned beverages

7:15 PM: Presentation in the Tahitian Room*
7:45 PM: Presentation in the Tahitian Room*
8:15 PM: Brucemore board game activity
9:00 PM: Evening ends

* Each presentation is the same. Due to capacity limits in the Tahitian Room, attendees will be assigned a presentation time based on order of arrival.
Entry Time Note:
This event is designed to give you unstructured time to explore the mansion. You are welcome to arrive anytime after 6:00 PM and enjoy as much or as little of the social open house as you like. We do not have a space to wait inside before doors open. If you arrive before 6:00 PM, we encourage you to enjoy the grounds until the event begins.
Event Cost:

$25 General Admission

Brucemore Supporters receive $5 off per ticket
A $4 processing fee is added to all online and phone orders

What’s included:

Light snacks and a ticket for one complimentary drink. Additional drinks may be purchased throughout the evening.
Self-guided access to the first, second, and third floors of the mansion
An entertaining presentation in the Tahitian Room; this is not your mama’s history lecture!
Activities connected to the evening’s theme

Important Event Information
To help make the most of your visit, we’ve prepared a few tips. If you have any questions that haven’t been answered here, our team is happy to help. Please email us or call 319-362-7375 to reach a Brucemore staff member.
What to Know Before You Go

This event is designed for adults who want to enjoy a fun and social evening in a historic setting. If you are interested in making this a family night out, we recommend keeping your party ages 15 and up.
Light snacks and a ticket for one complimentary canned drink will be provided. Additional hard and soft canned drinks will be available to purchase. Please do not bring outside food or drinks to this event.
The historic mansion is not 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 or call with specific questions. If you need a seat during your visit, a member of our team can show you chairs that are available to use.

Navigating the site

The entrance to the estate is on Linden Drive. Some GPS systems may try to take you to another gate. This video and this labeled Google Map can help you plan your route to the entrance before you arrive.
When you arrive on the site, follow signs to the mansion. Parking is available a short walk from the entrance. If parking near the mansion is full, overflow parking is available near the Carriage House, which is a short walk from the mansion.
Event check-in is inside the mansion. Please enter through the front door, located next to the circle drive.

Ticket and Photo Policies

All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
At this event, photography and videos may be recorded. By attending this event, you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos, which may be used for educational, archival, or promotional purposes. If you have concerns about your likeness appearing in these photos and videos, please talk to a staff member when you check in for the event.
Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-commercial use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.
