Hours & Admission
The Brucemore grounds are open daily with seasonal hours for you to explore on your own. View the calendar for dates and times that you can tour the mansion, take a special-themed tour of the landscape, or attend a program.
Mansion Hours
The mansion is currently closed to tours as we prepare for our holiday season. Tours will resume November 24.
Tickets required – Advance purchase recommended. Tickets may be purchased at the door subject to availability.
- November 24 – December 31, 2023
- Thursdays – Saturdays, 10:00a – 3:00 pm
- Sundays, 1:00p – 3:00p
Gardens & Landscape Hours
- Mondays – Fridays 8:00a-4:30p
- Saturdays, 9:30a – 4:30p
- Sundays, 12:30-4:30p
- May be subject to change
- During your visit you can enjoy the free History Ungated Digital Landscape Tour. Scan the QR codes at various points of interest to learn more about the estate
- 2023 Closures: January 1 & 2; February 20; April 9; May 29; July 3 & 4; September 3; November 4-5; November 11-12; November 23; December 24-26
Visitor Guidelines for the Grounds
- Help us keep Brucemore beautiful and welcoming for every guest!
- Pets are welcome outdoors, but please keep them on lead and pick-up any waste.
- Help us keep the site clean by taking any trash with you when you leave.
- Enjoy the view by parking vehicles in paved spaces near the carriage house or mansion.
- Public restrooms are available in a building near the carriage house seasonally.
Business Office Hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00a to 5:00p
- Staff offices are located in the historic carriage house; please call 319-362-7375 upon arrival.
Directions & Parking
Get directions to Brucemore and find parking on site, including handicapped-accessible parking.
Address & Parking Information
Free parking is conveniently located on the estate near the Carriage House and near the mansion for daily visits or tours, including limited spaces for visitors with mobility restrictions.
Parking varies for other large programs, including on- and off-site options. View the specific event for more information.
Directions From I-380
- Take Exit 22 at 29th Street and follow Brucemore Historic Site signs
- Travel east on 29th Street
- Turn right onto First Avenue (Business Hwy. 151)
- Turn left onto Crescent Street
- Turn left onto Linden Drive
- Turn left to enter the Brucemore gate
Directions From Downtown Cedar Rapids
- Travel three miles east on First Avenue
- Turn right on Crescent Street
- Turn left onto Linden Drive
- Turn left to enter the Brucemore gate
Bus Groups
Notify Brucemore if you arriving by bus by calling (319) 362-7375 prior to your visit.
- From I-380, take Exit 22 at 29th Street and follow Brucemore Historic Site signs
- Travel east on 29th Street
- Turn right onto First Avenue (Business Hwy. 151)
- Turn left onto Cottage Grove Avenue
- Turn right onto Forest Drive
- Turn right onto Dows Lane. There is a brown sign at the entrance of Dows Lane stating this is not a Brucemore entrance. Use this entrance because of vehicle size.
- Turn left at the metal gate
- Park near the Carriage House
Accessibility
Many areas of Brucemore are wheelchair accessible, including parking areas, and the grounds.
The Brucemore mansion includes multiple floors and several staircases. Because of the historic architecture, some spaces are not accessible. Due to preservation work, the wheelchair lift that offers accessibility to the first floor will be unavailable until late 2023. An elevator is not available from the first floor to the other floors at any time.
Please call 319-362-7375 prior to visiting for details. Learn more about accessibility at Brucemore. Our website also offers accommodations for those with visual and hearing impairments.
Visitor FAQ
Do I need to make an appointment to tour the mansion?
You must have a ticket to a tour or program inside the mansion. Many tours do sell out in advance; purchase online or by calling 319-362-7375 in advance of your visit to guarantee your spot. See the schedule here.
Is the mansion wheelchair accessible?
The mansion is not currently accessible to wheelchairs due to preservation work. The mansion includes multiple flights of stairs. Most of the outdoor areas of the site are accessible. See our full accessibility information and contact us with additional questions regarding your visit.
Can I walk on the property?
Yes, the grounds and gardens are open daily most of the year. Several self-guided interpretive panels and tours via QR codes are available. See hours here.
What is Brucemore’s ticket policy?
Tickets are non-refundable, but may be rescheduled for comparable programs as space allows. Learn more.
I’m attending a large event at Brucemore. Where do I park?
Large events may require you to park offsite. Please read the event details on the calendar for specific information for each event.
Can I take photos at Brucemore?
Although visitors to Brucemore are welcome to take candid photographs of the grounds and buildings for their souvenir purposes, professional photography is not permitted on the estate or in the buildings. As such, the following are considered violations of the photography policy:
- Professional photography for private use: weddings, portraits, senior pictures, or any other personal use.
- Professional photography resulting in images of Brucemore for sale.
- Professional photography when the fee is waived or the service provided is “pro bono” for a client.
- Non-professional photography resulting in publication of photos in yearbooks, newspapers, websites, or any other form of print or electronic media