Brucemore

A Brucemore Christmas A Self-Guided Holiday Experience
2022-12-31 10:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-30 10:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-29 10:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-23 10:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-22 10:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-17 10:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-16 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) and 6 more dates | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
This self-guided tour of the mansion will fill you with holiday cheer! Explore our award-winning holiday experience, complete with over a dozen dazzling Christmas trees, sparkling seasonal décor, and a glimpse into the holiday seasons of yore at Brucemore. Imagine what it was like to live or work at Brucemore more than 100 years ago as you wander through three floors of history and holiday spirit.
After your tour, put on your hat and gloves to visit the grounds at no additional cost. The mansion grounds include a self-guided QR code tour, formal garden, a white garden, orchard, a pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall. Don’t forget to stop by the gift shop located in the historic Carriage House to view the exhibit, home movies, and purchase a souvenir!

Ticket Information

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

Dates/Times:

Through December 31, 2022!

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

Important information for your visit:

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

Closed: Christmas Holiday
2022-12-27, 2022-12-26, 2022-12-25, 2022-12-24
Brucemore is closed for the holiday.

Holiday Nights: A Brucemore Christmas Experience
2022-12-22 17:00 - 19:30, 2022-12-21 17:00 - 19:30, 2022-12-20 17:00 - 19:30, 2022-12-18 17:00 - 19:30, 2022-12-15 17:00 - 19:30, 2022-12-14 17:00 - 19:30, 2022-12-11 17:00 - 19:30, 2022-12-08 17:00 - 19:30 and 1 more date
Due to severe winter weather, all daytime and evening mansion tours have been canceled on Thursday, December 22. “Brucemore Christmas” daytime tours are still scheduled on Friday, December 23. If you have tickets for a canceled tour, please check your email, email mail@brucemore.org, or call (319) 362-7375. Staff are working offsite and will return any voicemails as soon as possible.

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

Ticket Information:

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

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

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

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

Important information for your visit:

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

Art at Brucemore: Ceramic Holiday Tree Luminaries
2022-12-18 12:30 - 14:00
This Art at Brucemore class is sold out.
Look for more Art at Brucemore opportunities coming in 2023!

Embrace the sparkle of the season!
Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to bring this unique class back for the holiday season. Decorate, paint with a colorful glaze, and trim with festive decorations an 8″-10″ tall pre-made clay holiday tree luminary that was hand thrown by Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio Artists, ensuring no two are the same!
The workshop occurs at Brucemore and then all projects are taken to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to be fired in their kilns. Pick-up your project from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Center starting Thursday, December 22. When you get your luminary home, place it over a light (not included) and watch it glow for the holiday season.

Ticket Information
Date: Sunday, December 18, 2022
Time: Class begins at 12:30 p.m.
Admission: $35 per person (includes all materials and instruction)
This event is held in partnership with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION

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

Art at Brucemore: Clay Holiday Gnomes
2022-12-04 12:30 - 14:00
This Art at Brucemore class is sold out.

Embrace that festive feeling!
You’ve heard of “Elf on the Shelf,” now get ready for gnomes in your home! Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for a new ceramic project just in time for the holidays. Create your very own holiday gnome from clay using various hand-building techniques. When you finish sculpting your 4″x4″ gnome, give it a personality by painting it with festive seasonally colored glaze.
This workshop will occur at Brucemore. All projects will go back to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass studio to be fired in their kiln. Brucemore will notify participants when their creations are ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio approximately three weeks following the class date, just in time for Santa to check his Naughty and Nice list!

Ticket Information
Tickets go on sale November 1, 2022.
Date: Sunday, December 4, 2022
Time: Class begins at 10:30 a.m. (sold out) and 12:30 p.m. (sold out).
Admission: $35 per person (includes all materials and instruction)
This event is held in partnership with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION

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

Art at Brucemore: Clay Holiday Gnomes
2022-12-04 10:30 - 12:00
This Art at Brucemore class is sold out.

Embrace that festive feeling!
You’ve heard of “Elf on the Shelf,” now get ready for gnomes in your home! Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for a new ceramic project just in time for the holidays. Create your very own holiday gnome from clay using various hand-building techniques. When you finish sculpting your 4″x4″ gnome, give it a personality by painting it with festive seasonally colored glaze.
This workshop will occur at Brucemore. All projects will go back to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass studio to be fired in their kiln. Brucemore will notify participants when their creations are ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio approximately three weeks following the class date, just in time for Santa to check his Naughty and Nice list!

Ticket Information
Date: Sunday, December 4, 2022
Time: Class begins at 10:30 a.m. (sold out) and 12:30 p.m. (sold out).
Admission: $35 per person (includes all materials and instruction)
This event is held in partnership with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION

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