Explore the Landscape
2024-11-18 08:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-19 08:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-20 08:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-21 08:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-22 08:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-25 08:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-26 08:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-27 08:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) and 5 more dates | 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 – 4:30 pm
Saturday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sunday, 12:30 pm – 4:30 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.

Donor Holiday Preview
2024-11-22 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-23 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-24 16:00 - 19:00
As a thank you for your generosity and support, we invite you to a special donor-only holiday preview the week before we open to the public! This self-guided tour of the mansion is sure to fill you with holiday cheer! Be the first to explore our award-winning holiday experience complete with over a dozen Christmas trees, sparkling décor, and a glimpse into the holidays of the past at Brucemore. As our gift to you, your donor status includes two complimentary tickets to visit during one of the following dates. To redeem your tickets and schedule your time to visit, please call (319) 362-7375 or by email.
Tour Dates

November 22 – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
November 23 – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
November 24 – 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Entry times are every 30 minutes. Last entry time at 3:00 PM on November 22-23, and 7:00 PM on November 24.

What to know before you go

All Brucemore holiday tours are self-guided experiences. Interpretive signage and audio will be available in select rooms to help you learn about Brucemore’s history. Visitor services staff will be available to answer questions.
Access to the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar will be led by a visitor services staff member approximately every 30 minutes.
Donors may purchase additional tickets for these dates at the donor rate of $10 for adults and free for children, subject to availability.
Capacity is limited and entry times can sell out.
If you are not a current Brucemore donor, you can make a contribution to our Supporter Fund to receive access to these tours.

What to do when you arrive

Please enter the property through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
Once on-site, follow signs towards the mansion.
Follow signs to the on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Please check-in with staff at the mansion at the time on your ticket.
The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door under the porte cochere next to the circle drive.
For site navigation tips, please watch this video.

Tips for your visit

Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored.
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. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge or call for more information.
Early admittance may not be available during peak tour times and we do not have a lobby to allow you to wait indoors.
Before or after your tour, put on your hat and gloves and explore Brucemore’s ground during your visit! The estate includes a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall.
If you miss your 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-commercial use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.
Have fun! We encourage you to wear something festive to get in the spirit and take photos in front of the beautiful trees. Tag us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to share your visit.

Want to enjoy more from Brucemore this holiday season? Visit our holidays page to see other upcoming tours and programs!

Explore the Landscape
2024-11-23 12:30 - 16:30, 2024-11-24 15:30 - 20:30, 2024-11-30 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-12-01 12:00 - 16:30, 2024-12-01 12:30 - 16:30
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 – 4:30 pm
Saturday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sunday, 12:30 pm – 4:30 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 for standard visits.
Public restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House during hours with vehicle access seasonally.
Watch the work in progress on the estate throughout the year to help preserve the buildings and landscape for future generations. You can help by donating here.

Closed: Thanksgiving
2024-11-28
Brucemore is closed in observation of the Thanksgiving holiday.

A Brucemore Christmas: A Self-Guided Holiday Experience
2024-11-29 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-30 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-04 10:00 - 15:00
This self-guided tour of the mansion is sure to 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 holidays of the past at Brucemore. Follow in the footsteps of the families of Brucemore as you explore the history of the mansion.
Tour Dates

November 29 – December 29
Wednesdays – Saturdays, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sundays, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Entry times are every 30 minutes. Last entry time at 3:00 PM.
Brucemore is closed for the Christmas holiday on December 23, 24, and 25.

Admission

$15.00 Adult
$5.00 Student (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.

What to know before you go

All Brucemore holiday tours are self-guided experiences. Interpretive signage and audio will be available in select rooms to help you learn about Brucemore’s history. Visitor services team staff will be available to answer questions.
Access to the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar will be led by a visitor services staff member approximately every 30 minutes.
Capacity is limited and tours can sell out. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended. Tickets can be purchased at the door, subject to availability.
If you have any questions about tours or purchasing tickets, please contact us at 319-362-7375 or by email.

What to do when you arrive

Please enter the property through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
Once on-site, follow signs towards the mansion.
Follow signs to the on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Please check in with staff at the mansion at the time on your ticket.
The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door under the porte cochere next to the circle drive.
For site navigation tips, please watch this video.

Tips for your visit

Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored.
If parking near the mansion is full, overflow parking is available near the Carriage House, which is a short walk from the mansion. Please see the estate map to view parking locations.
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. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge or call for more information.
Early admittance may not be available during peak tour times and we do not have a lobby to allow you to wait indoors.
Before or after your tour, put on your hat and gloves and explore Brucemore’s ground during your visit! The estate includes a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall.
If you miss your 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-commercial use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.
Have fun! We encourage you to wear something festive to get in the spirit and take photos in front of the beautiful trees. Tag us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to share your visit.

Want to enjoy more from Brucemore this holiday season? Visit our holidays page to see other upcoming tours and programs!

Art at Brucemore: Glass Cookie Plate
2024-12-01 12:30 - 13:30, 2024-12-01 14:30 - 15:30
Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for a dough-licious addition to the Art at Brucemore series! In this workshop, participants will design a plate perfect for sharing cookies with all your favorite people this holiday season, including Santa. All workshop materials and instructions for the warm glass technique are provided, and no experience is necessary to participate!
Participants will craft their cookie plates at Brucemore. All projects will go back to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for firing in their kilns. Your creation will be ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio approximately three weeks following the class date, just in time to indulge in all your favorite holiday desserts!
Ticket sales close on November 27 at 5:00 PM, but this workshop often sells out in advance.
Workshop Date
December 1, 12:30 PM – SOLD OUT
December 1, 2:30 PM – SOLD OUT
Admission
$40 per participant

What to know before you go

Capacity is limited and workshops often sell out. Advance registration is required.
Recommended for children ages 8 up, and must be comfortable working with glass pieces. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Workshops last approximately 60 minutes.
If you have any questions about the event or purchasing tickets, please contact us at 319-362-7375 or by email.

What to do when you arrive

Please enter the property through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
Once on-site, please follow signs towards the Carriage House, where there is on-site parking.
The Carriage House entrance is on the northwest side of the building.
Please check-in with Brucemore staff at the Carriage House.

Tips for your visit

Please 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 ticket sales are final. Please read our ticket policy here.
Before or after your workshop, put on your hat and gloves and explore Brucemore’s ground during your visit! The estate includes a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall.

Want to enjoy more from Brucemore this holiday season? Visit our holidays page to see other upcoming tours and programs!

A Brucemore Christmas: A Self-Guided Holiday Experience
2024-12-01 13:00 - 15:00
This self-guided tour of the mansion is sure to fill you with holiday cheer! Explore our award-winning holiday experience, complete with over a dozen dazzling Christmas trees, sparkling seasonal décor, and a a glimpse into the holidays of the past at Brucemore. Follow in the footsteps of the families of Brucemore as you explore the history of the mansion.
Tour Dates

November 29 – December 29
Wednesdays – Saturdays, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sundays, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Entry times are every 30 minutes. Last entry time at 3:00 PM.
Brucemore is closed for the Christmas holiday on December 23, 24, and 25.

Admission

$15.00 Adult
$5.00 Student (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.

What to know before you go

All Brucemore holiday tours are self-guided experiences. Interpretive signage and audio will be available in select rooms to help you learn about Brucemore’s history. Visitor services team staff will be available to answer questions.
Access to the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar will be led by a visitor services staff member approximately every 30 minutes.
Capacity is limited and tours can sell out. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended. Tickets can be purchased at the door, subject to availability.
If you have any questions about tours or purchasing tickets, please contact us at 319-362-7375 or by email.

What to do when you arrive

Please enter the property through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
Once on-site, follow signs towards the mansion.
Follow signs to the on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Please check in with staff at the mansion at the time on your ticket.
The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door under the porte cochere next to the circle drive.
For site navigation tips, please watch this video.

Tips for your visit

Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored.
If parking near the mansion is full, overflow parking is available near the Carriage House, which is a short walk from the mansion. Please see the estate map to view parking locations.
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. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
Early admittance may not be available during peak tour times and we do not have a lobby to allow you to wait indoors.
Before or after your tour, put on your hat and gloves and explore Brucemore’s ground during your visit! The estate includes a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall.
If you miss your 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-commercial use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.
Have fun! We encourage you to wear something festive to get in the spirit and take photos in front of the beautiful trees. Tag us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to share your visit.

Want to enjoy more from Brucemore this holiday season? Visit our holidays page to see other upcoming tours and programs!

Holiday Nights: A Brucemore Christmas Experience
2024-12-01 17:00 - 19:30, 2024-12-04 17:00 - 19:30
Experience the festive cheer of the mansion aglow in 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 the whole family. These self-guided tours give you the opportunity to indulge in the cozy splendor of the season on select evenings in December.
Tour Dates

Select evenings December 1 – December 26
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Additional tours on Tuesday, December 17, 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Entry times every 30 minutes. Last entry time at 7:30 PM.
Brucemore is closed for the Christmas holiday on December 23, 24, and 25.

Admission

$18.00 Adult
$10.00 Student (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.

What to know before you go

All Brucemore holiday tours are self-guided experiences. Interpretive signage and audio will be available in select rooms to help you learn about Brucemore’s history. Visitor services team staff will be available to answer questions.
Access to the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar will be led by a visitor services staff member approximately every 30 minutes.
Capacity is limited and tours can sell out quickly. Purchasing tickets in advance is required.
If you have any questions about tours or purchasing tickets, please contact us at 319-362-7375 or by email.

What to do when you arrive

Please enter the property through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403.
Once on-site, follow signs towards the mansion.
Follow signs to the on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Please check in with staff at the mansion at the time on your ticket.
The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door under the porte cochere next to the circle drive.
For site navigation tips, please watch this video.

Tips for your visit

Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored.
If parking near the mansion is full, overflow parking is available near the Carriage House, which is a short walk from the mansion. Please see the estate map to view parking locations.
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. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge or call for more information.
Early admittance may not be available during peak tour times, and we do not have a lobby to allow you to wait indoors.
If you miss your tour start time, you may be subject to a shortened tour or asked to join another tour time that evening 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-commercial use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.
Have fun! We encourage you to wear something festive to get in the spirit and take photos in front of the beautiful trees. Tag us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to share your visit.

Want to enjoy more from Brucemore this holiday season? Visit our holidays page to see other upcoming tours and programs!
