Self-Guided Mansion Tour
2023-07-27 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-07-28 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-07-29 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-08-02 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-08-03 10:30 - 15:30, 2023-08-04 10:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
Discover over a century of Cedar Rapids history with this self-guided tour of the Brucemore mansion. Explore the first, second, and third floors of the mansion at your own pace while taking in the architecture, artifacts, and stories of the Douglas family, who called Brucemore home from 1906-1937. Use the provided tour book with information to start your experience and read stories about what the spaces reflect or how they were used. Interact with hands-on opportunities and ask questions of the knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Head outside after your mansion tour and explore the 26-acres of grounds and gardens on your own at no additional cost. We recommend planning for 45 minutes indoors.
Tickets for guided tours of the mansion are available for advance sale on our website. Guests may also purchase tickets the day of their visit, subject to availability. Tour entry times are limited and can sell out.
Dates and Times (June 1 – September 3, 2023):

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

Admission:

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

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the mansion, where there is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Check-in: Please check in with staff at the mansion at the scheduled entry time on your ticket.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the tour. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: This tour consists of substantial walking and standing. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible due to preservation work. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Photographs should not distract form other’s enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here. Online and phone orders are subject to a $4.00 processing fee per order.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

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

Guided Mansion Tour
2023-07-27 13:00 - 13:45, 2023-07-28 13:00 - 13:45, 2023-07-29 13:00 - 13:45, 2023-07-30 13:00 - 13:45, 2023-08-02 13:00 - 13:45, 2023-08-03 13:00 - 13:45, 2023-08-04 13:00 - 13:45
Brucemore will reopen for tours on Wednesday, August 23 following a small fire incident on August 17. Please read this post for information about residual smoke odor in the mansion.
Discover over a century of history at Brucemore during this 45-minute guided tour of the mansion. Follow an expert to hear stories about the history and collections of Brucemore and the families who called the mansion home. View the first, second, and third floors of the mansion, as well as the infamous Brucemore basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar (which isn’t included on the self-guided tour!). When finished with your tour, Brucemore welcomes you to explore the 26-acres of grounds and gardens on your own at no additional cost.
Tickets for guided tours of the mansion are available for advance sale on our website. Guests may also purchase tickets the day of their visit, subject to availability. Tour entry times are limited and can sell out.
Guided Tour Dates and Times (June 1 – September 3, 2023):

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

Admission:

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

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the mansion, where there is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Check-in: Please check in with staff at the mansion at the scheduled tour time on your ticket.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the tour. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: This tour consists of substantial walking and standing. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible due to preservation work. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge or contact us with questions.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Photographs should not distract form other’s enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here. Online and phone orders are subject to a $4.00 processing fee per order.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

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

Music in the Courtyard: Hope and Other Foolish Things
2023-07-27 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-07-28 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-07-29 19:30 - 22:00
Take a night off by taking a night out.
Join Daren Barker, Lacie De Souza, and Layton White for a musical evening all about staying positive in the modern age and reveling in all the good things. A truly eclectic evening that brings together three very different performers focused on a lot of fun and thoughtful music. They will be joined by multi-instrumentalists EJ Swavv, Gerard Estella, and Dillon Rairdin.
Presented in the unique space that is the Courtyard on the grounds of Brucemore, this show dares to offer an evening of hope and other foolish things.
Rooted in a 20 year tradition, Brucemore’s Music in the Courtyard series returns in 2023 with three special shows! Relax outdoors amongst good company and enjoy listening to music under the stars. Music in the Courtyard is part of the Artisan Studio live performance series, aiming to support Iowa-based singers, songwriters, and technicians in their personal and professional pursuits.
Performance Dates:

July 27, 7:30 pm – Sold out
July 28, 7:30 pm
July 29, 7:30 pm – Sold out
For additional Music in the Courtyard Dates, see the other performances in this series: Facets of Love (June) and Hear, There, and Everywhere (August).

Admission:
Admission is available as individual tickets or by purchasing a table. Seating will be on a first come, first serve basis. Pricing details are below. To receive your discount as a Brucemore member, please sign-in using the link in the upper right corner of the purchase page or call (319) 362-7375 for assistance.

Individual Seat: $30 non-donor, $25 donor
Table of 4: $110 non-donor, $90 donor
Table of 5: $140 non-donor, $115 donor
Table for up to 8: $220 non-donor, $180 donor

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION

Site Opening: The site will open at 7:00 p.m. for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Parking: The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Please arrive by 7:25 p.m. as the gate will close promptly. Signage will direct you to open spaces near the Visitor Center (parking is not available on Dows Lane, the dead end road adjacent to Brucemore.).
Seating: Seating is a on first come basis at 30″ cocktail tables.

Individual chairs will be seated at tables with other people who purchase individual seats.
Tables for 4 to 8 people will have their own table.

Food and Beverages: You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages (beer and wine allowed) to enjoy in the performance venue beginning as early as 7:00 p.m. or throughout the show. Concessions will not be available for sale at this event.
Pets: Pets are not allowed, with the exception of service animals.
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.
Weather: The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event needs to be delayed or rescheduled due to weather, a decision will be made by 5:00 p.m. 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.

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

Explore the Landscape
2023-07-28 08:00 - 16:30, 2023-07-30 12:30 - 16:30, 2023-07-31 08:00 - 16:30, 2023-08-01 08:00 - 16:30, 2023-08-02 08:00 - 16:30, 2023-08-03 08:00 - 16:30, 2023-08-04 08:00 - 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, discover the multi-stage geocache, or take in the history of the site with interpretative panels scattered across the grounds. Check out the new History Ungated QR code tour by scanning the codes on signs throughout the estate! Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media!

Hours through September 3, 2023:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sunday, 12:30 – 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 Visitor Center or mansion for standard visits.
Public restrooms are available in a building next to the Visitor Center 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.

Guided Mansion Tour
2023-07-28 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-07-29 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-08-02 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-08-03 10:00 - 10:45, 2023-08-04 10:00 - 10:45
Discover over a century of history at Brucemore during this 45-minute guided tour of the mansion. Follow an expert to hear stories about the history and collections of Brucemore and the families who called the mansion home. View the first, second, and third floors of the mansion, as well as the infamous Brucemore basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar (which isn’t included on the self-guided tour!). When finished with your tour, Brucemore welcomes you to explore the 26-acres of grounds and gardens on your own at no additional cost.
Tickets for guided tours of the mansion are available for advance sale on our website. Guests may also purchase tickets the day of their visit, subject to availability. Tour entry times are limited and can sell out.
Guided Tour Dates and Times (June 1 – September 3, 2023):

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

Admission:

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

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

Arrival and Parking: We ask that you arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Follow signs towards the mansion, where there is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
Check-in: Please check in with staff at the mansion at the scheduled tour time on your ticket.
Bags: We will have a coat rack where you are able to leave items. It will not be monitored during the tour. You may wish to consider leaving bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: This tour consists of substantial walking and standing. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible due to preservation work. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge or contact us with questions.
Photography: Photography is allowed for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Photographs should not distract form other’s enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here. Online and phone orders are subject to a $4.00 processing fee per order.
Preservation in Action: Watch for areas throughout your visit to see preservation in action! This is an important part of ensuring the site remains part of the community for future generations. If you would like to donate to support these efforts, click here.

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

Explore the Landscape
2023-07-29 09:30 - 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, discover the multi-stage geocache, or take in the history of the site with interpretative panels scattered across the grounds. Check out the new History Ungated QR code tour by scanning the codes on signs throughout the estate! Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media!

Hours through September 3, 2023:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Sunday, 12:30 – 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 Visitor Center or mansion for standaard visits.
Public restrooms are available in a building next to the Visitor Center 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.

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

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

Admission:

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

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

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

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