Brucemore

Explore the Landscape
2026-06-02 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-01 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-29 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-28 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-27 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-26 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-22 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-21 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) 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

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 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
2026-05-31 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-30 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-29 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-27 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-24 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-23 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-22 11:00 - 16:00 and 2 more dates | 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.

Explore the Landscape
2026-05-31 12:30 - 16:00, 2026-05-30 10:30 - 16:00, 2026-05-24 12:30 - 16:00, 2026-05-23 10:30 - 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.

Art at Brucemore: Clay Peony Wall Hanging (SOLD OUT)
2026-05-31 12:00 - 14:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
This Art at Brucemore workshop is sold out!
Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to bring you this brand-new clay project! In this workshop, participants will create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind clay peony. The workshop instructor will guide participants step-by-step through this delicate process. Learn how to use forms to pull, shape, and tease the clay into natural looking petals that layer gracefully on top of each other to form your flower. While this project takes patience and practice, the result is well-worth the effort!
This workshop is hosted in the Brucemore Carriage House. All instructions, materials, and tools are provided. Following the workshop, the instructor will take the projects to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to be kiln-fired and finished with a professional glaze resulting in a vibrant, perfect peony ready to hang on your wall.
Please register by May 27 at 5:00 PM to reserve your spot!
Admission: $50.00/per project
A $4 processing fee will be added to all online and phone orders.
What to know before you go:

Workshop capacity is limited, and workshops often sell out. Advanced registration is required.
This workshop is recommended for participants above the age of 12. All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop.
All participants must wear closed-toed shoes and clothing that covers their legs for safety.
This workshop lasts approximately ninety minutes.
Projects will be ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio approximately three weeks following the workshop date.

What to do when you arrive:

Please enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
Once onsite, please follow signs towards the Carriage House, where there is onsite parking available.
Check-in for the workshop with Brucemore staff at the Carriage House.

Tips for your visit:

Consider leaving bags or other larger personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored during the workshop.
All admission sales are final. Please read our ticket policy here.
Visitors are encouraged to explore Brucemore during their visit. Take a walk around the grounds or check out our events calendar to see what else is happening on the estate!

Nooks and Crannies Tour
2026-05-30 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-05-28 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
All remaining spring Nooks and Crannies Tours are sold out! We will host Nooks and Crannies Tours again in September and October.
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, April 9, 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 11, 5:00 to 6:30 PM – SOLD OUT
Thursday, April 16, 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Thursday, April 23, 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Thursday, April 30, 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Thursday, May 7, 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Thursday, May 14, 5:30 to 7:00 PM – SOLD OUT
Thursday, May 21, 5:30 to 7:00 PM – SOLD OUT
Thursday, May 28, 5:30 to 7:00 PM – SOLD OUT
Saturday, May 30, 5:00 to 6:30 PM – SOLD OUT

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.

Closed: Memorial Day
2026-05-25 | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Brucemore will be closed in observation of the Memorial Day holiday.

Live from the Artisan Studio: Vibe (SOLD OUT)
2026-05-23 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-05-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Brucemore’s Carriage House Courtyard, 2160 Linden Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
This event is sold out. Please contact us to be added to the waitlist.
Vibe is a Cedar Rapids-based band made up of six longtime friends who have been performing together for over a decade. Known for their passion, chemistry, and ability to connect with audiences, Vibe creates a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere where everyone can share in the inspiration of music. Featuring Alicia Monee, Kelsey Madsen, Gerard Estella, Greg Kanz, EJ Swavv, and Lincoln Ginsberg, the group brings a fresh energy to the stage with classic songs reimagined through their unique sound and style. This special Live from the Artisan Studio performance will also include original songs from the band’s latest album, which was recorded right here at Brucemore! Come vibe with them—you’ll feel the difference.

Event Dates: May 22 & 23
Event Time: 7:30 PM | Gate opens at 7:00 PM
Event Location: Brucemore’s Carriage House Courtyard
Admission:

Adults: $25

Students: $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 is applied to all online and phone orders.

Seating: Chairs will be provided for this event. Seating is on a first-come basis.
Concessions: Canned hard and soft beverages, bottles of wine, and light snacks will be available for purchase.
Space for this event is limited. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Tickets may be purchased in person during mansion open hours or by calling 319-362-7375 to make an appointment to purchase at the Brucemore staff office. Tickets may be purchased at the event if available.

What to expect from this event:

Canned hard and soft beverages, bottles of wine, and light snacks will be available for purchase. Please do not bring outside food and beverages to this event.
The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. The gate will be open at 7:00 PM.
Pets are not allowed, with the exception of service animals.
This event takes place outdoors, mostly on pavement. Seats will be provided.

What to do when you arrive:

Follow signage to open parking spaces near the Carriage House or on the grounds of Brucemore. Accessible parking will be available.
Follow instructions from Brucemore staff to parking spaces.
Check in with staff at the event entrance 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.
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.
