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Explore over a century of history at Brucemore! Enjoy 26-acres of historic landscape year-round. Mansion tours resume in early March.
Brucemore is the story of three wealthy families: industrialists, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, boosters, neighbors, and friends. The men created great fortunes: Thomas Sinclair in meatpacking; George Bruce Douglas in starch processing; and Howard Hall in manufacturing.
Since 1884, Brucemore has been a fixture in Iowa history. Learn about the people who lived and work on the estate, the buildings and landscape, and the efforts to build a Midwest community. Sinclair Era 1884-1906. Douglas Era 1906-1937.
Make every visit to Cedar Rapids’ 26-acre historic estate special and inspired. Learn what you need to know for your visit to Brucemore.
Brucemore: National Historic Site and Cultural Center. As Iowa’s only National Trust Historic Site, Brucemore stands strong preserving a bygone era. Area gardens are in full bloom in August and it is the perfect time to explore the area's grandest public gardens.
Aug 5, 2016 · Brucemore is a 16,000 square foot mansion in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with a sleeping porch that was decorated by famed American artist, Grant Wood.
Brucemore is a living landmark that charts the history of Cedar Rapids. The 26-acre, park-like estate invites exploration of its history, gardens, grounds, and 21-room mansion. Each season, nature's changing beauty entices visitors to the estate offering new experiences.
A National Trust Historic Site, Brucemore is a living landmark that charts the history of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The independent nonprofit preserves and shares the estate through innovative, collaborative programming that inspires those who visit today.
Feb 20, 2024 · Brucemore Mansion, Iowa's only National Trust Historic Site, preserves a piece of Cedar Rapids' history. Learn more about this historic house, the families who called it home, and its current role in the community.
Explore more than 130 years of Eastern Iowa history through tours of the 1880s mansion, listen to music under the stars with our summer performances, and explore the beautiful gardens. Start planning your visit today at brucemore.org.
