
Preserving
and Sharing
History for All
Brucemore inspires community interaction with history, preservation, and the arts. The 1880s mansion, six other historic structures, 26-acres of gardens and grounds, and tens of thousands of objects and archival documents serve as an irreplaceable foundation representing more than 130 years of history. Since 1981, more than one million people have visited the carefully preserved estate for community, cultural, and heritage programs.
Our vision is twofold:
- To expand the legacy of Brucemore’s families in making Iowa a better place to live, work, and visit.
- To model a balance of best practices in preservation and innovative use.
Are you passionate about history, preservation, or the arts? Get involved in supporting our mission and vision.
Brucemore Staff
Organizational Leadership
- David Janssen, Chief Executive Officer
- Tara Richards, Chief Operating Officer
- Katie Benedix, Director of Business and Development
- Rachel Potthoff, Facilities Manager
Operational Management
- Jennifer Beall, Events and Communication Coordinator
- Greg Billman, Landscape Manager
- Megan Clevenger, Program and Outreach Manager
- Ashley Courtney, Office Administrator
- Scott Humeston, Site Maintenance Specialist
- David Morton, Curator of Landscape
- Jessica Peel-Austin, Curator of Museum Collections
Operational Support
- Max Davis, Visitor Services Assistant
- Madison Eberle, Visitor Services Assistant
- Glenna Houtz, Visitor Services Assistant
- Miki Miller, Bookkeeper
- Jody Morrissey, Custodian
- Phil Nickerson, Visitor Services Assistant
- Buster Sullivan, Visitor Services Assistant
Board of Trustees
The National Trust for Historic Preservation, a non-profit organization based out of Washington D.C., owns the Brucemore buildings and landscape. The operation, which oversees care of the estate and programming efforts, are developed by Brucemore, Inc., a non-profit run by a local Board of Trustees.
Board Officers
- Lisha Coffey, President
- Pat Deignan, Vice President
- Kevin Bruns, Secretary
- Ryan Buresh, Treasurer
Board Members
- Jasmine Almoayyed
- Brian Bergstrom
- Jill Gustin
- Shadia Igram
- Doug Neumann (Past President)
- Akwi Nji
- Carroll Reasoner
- Kristin Roberts
- Charlie Rohde
- Kim Schmidt
- Dr. Jennifer Smith
- Doug Steinmetz
- Sean Williams
Jobs
Seasonal Garden and Landscape Assistant
We are seeking seasonal part- and full-time employees to work on garden, landscape, and maintenance activities to provide beautiful and safe grounds for people to visit and enjoy. The estate features 26-acres of lawn and gardens, wooded areas, a pond, an orchard, and two greenhouses.
TO APPLY: Complete the online form at: https://forms.gle/JQFSCqckXdrMjULS9
Duties may include but are not limited to:
- Performing seasonal garden and landscape work and maintenance, including weeding, string trimming, mowing, planting, and groundskeeping
- Efficiently operating and caring for various tools to complete the tasks listed above, including but not limited to lawnmowers, tractors, weed eaters, shovels, rakes
- Representing the site while interacting with the public and volunteers
- Other duties as assigned
WAGE: $15.00 per hour
HOURS OF POSITION: Several positions available for 20 hours or up to 40 hours a week. Hoursare typically scheduled Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with variations based on project work and weather. Occasional weekends and holiday hours.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift and/or carry items up to 50 pounds unassisted and regularly perform strenuous and repetitive daily activities that require climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling tools and materials
- Ability to work in changing weather conditions (rain, sun, wind, heat, humidity, etc.) and to handle chemicals with the appropriate PPE.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Must pass a background check
ABOUT BRUCEMORE:
Brucemore inspires community interaction with history, preservation, and the arts. The 1880s mansion, six other historic structures, 26-acres of gardens and grounds, and tens of thousands of objects and archival documents serve as an irreplaceable foundation representing more than 130 years of history. Since 1981, more than one million people have visited the carefully preserved estate for community, cultural, and heritage programs. Our vision is twofold:
- To expand the legacy of Brucemore’s families in making Iowa a better place to live, work, and visit.
- To model a balance of best practices in preservation and innovative use.
Brucemore is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.