A Brucemore Christmas: Self-Guided Tours
2023-12-14 10:00 - 15:30, 2023-12-15 10:00 - 15:30, 2023-12-16 10:00 - 15:30, 2023-12-19 10:00 - 15:30, 2023-12-20 10:00 - 15:30, 2023-12-21 10:00 - 15:30, 2023-12-22 10:00 - 15:30, 2023-12-23 10:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) and 2 more dates | Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403, United States
This self-guided tour of three floors 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 peek into the holiday seasons of yore at Brucemore. Follow in the footsteps of the families of Brucemore as you wander through three floors of history and holiday spirit.
Holiday tours at Brucemore are a popular local tradition, and tickets sell fast! To purchase tickets, click here or call (319) 362-7375 and a staff member will assist you with your transaction. We can’t wait to celebrate Christmas at Brucemore with you!
Please note that this tour does not include access to the basement. If you would like to see the Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar, see our Holiday Nights tour.

Ticket Information

Tickets required to view the mansion; advance purchase recommended due to limited tickets per entry time.
$15 for adults
$5 for students
If available, tickets may be available for purchase at the mansion the day of.
Brucemore donors – “Sign-in” prior to purchasing tickets or call (319) 362-7375 to receive your discount!

Dates/Times:

Through December 31, 2023

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:

Tour: This is a self-guided experience of the first, second, and third floor of the mansion. An informational tour booklet and QR codes that link to stories of Brucemore’s history are available to supplement your experience. Staff and volunteers will also be available to answer questions!
Arrival: Please arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Drive SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. There is on-site parking near the Carriage House and mansion.
Check-in: Patrons who purchased tickets in advance should arrive at the mansion at the entry time listed on their ticket. 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: There will be a coat rack for this event; however, items will not be monitored and are left at your own risk. You may wish to consider leaving large bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: 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 will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from others enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please view 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.

Holiday Nights: A Brucemore Christmas Experience
2023-12-14 17:00 - 19:30, 2023-12-17 17:00 - 19:30, 2023-12-19 17:00 - 19:30, 2023-12-20 17:00 - 19:30, 2023-12-21 17:00 - 19:30
Join us for a special holiday evening experience!
In the glow of thousands of twinkling lights, enjoy a showcase of over a dozen Christmas trees and relish in the magic of the Brucemore mansion at night. Our Holiday Nights experience gives guests the opportunity for self-guided exploration of four floors of holiday splendor, including the famous basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar. This breathtaking view of Brucemore is sure to bring Christmas alive for the whole family.
Evening tours of Brucemore during the holiday season are a popular local tradition, and tickets sell fast! To purchase tickets, visit www.brucemore.org or call (319) 362 7375 and a staff member will assist you with your transaction. We can’t wait to celebrate the holidays at Brucemore with you!

Ticket Information:

Tickets required to view the mansion; advance purchase recommended due to limited tickets per time.
$18 for adults
$10 for students
Brucemore donors – Sign-in on the purchase page 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 7:30 pm

Sunday, December 3 – Sold Out!
Wednesday, December 6
Thursday, December 7
Sunday, December 10 – Sold out!
Wednesday, December 13
Thursday, December 14
Sunday, December 17 – Sold out!
Tuesday, December 19
Wednesday, December 20 – Sold out!
Thursday, December 21 – 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:

Tour: This is a self-guided experience of four floors of the mansion, and includes the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar. An informational tour booklet and QR codes that link to stories of Brucemore’s history are available to supplement your experience. Staff and volunteers will also be available to answer questions!
Arrival: Please arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Drive SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. There is on-site parking near the Carriage House and mansion.
Check-in: Patrons who purchased tickets in advance should arrive at the mansion at the entry time listed on their ticket. 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: There will be a coat rack for this event; however, items will not be monitored and are left at your own risk. You may wish to consider leaving large bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: 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 will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from others enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please view 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.

Explore the Landscape
2023-12-15 09:30 - 16:30, 2023-12-16 09:30 - 16:30, 2023-12-18 09:30 - 16:30, 2023-12-19 09:30 - 16:30, 2023-12-20 09:30 - 16:30, 2023-12-21 09:30 - 16:30, 2023-12-22 09:30 - 16:30, 2023-12-23 09:30 - 16:30 and 2 more dates
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 December 31, 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.

A Brucemore Christmas: Self-Guided Tours
2023-12-17 12:30 - 15:30
This self-guided tour of three floors 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 peek into the holiday seasons of yore at Brucemore. Follow in the footsteps of the families of Brucemore as you wander through three floors of history and holiday spirit.
Holiday tours at Brucemore are a popular local tradition, and tickets sell fast! To purchase tickets, visit www.brucemore.org or call (319) 362-7375 and a staff member will assist you with your transaction. We can’t wait to celebrate Christmas at Brucemore with you!
Please note that this tour does not include access to the basement. If you would like to see the Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar, see our Holiday Nights tour.

Ticket Information

Tickets on sale October 18, 2023!
Tickets required to view the mansion; advance purchase recommended due to limited tickets per entry time.
$15 for adults
$5 for students
If available, tickets may be available for purchase in the Visitor Center the day of.
Brucemore donors – “Sign-in” prior to purchasing tickets or call (319) 362-7375 to receive your discount!

Dates/Times:

Through December 31, 2023!

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:

Tour: This is a self-guided experience of the first, second, and third floor of the mansion. An informational tour booklet and QR codes that link to stories of Brucemore’s history are available to supplement your experience. Staff and volunteers will also be available to answer questions!
Arrival: Please arrive via our main entrance, 2160 Linden Drive SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. There is on-site parking near the Carriage House and mansion.
Check-in: Patrons who purchased tickets in advance should arrive at the mansion at the entry time listed on their ticket. 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: There will be a coat rack for this event; however, items will not be monitored and are left at your own risk. You may wish to consider leaving large bags or other items in your vehicle.
Accessibility: 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 will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from others enjoyment.
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please view 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.

Explore the Landscape
2023-12-17 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, 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 December 31, 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.

Closed: Christmas Holiday
2023-12-24, 2023-12-25, 2023-12-26
Brucemore is closed for the holiday.
