Brucemore Inc

Join us in the intimate Carriage House studio space for an entertaining evening. This series curated by the arts professionals behind Brucemore’s Artisan Studio gives you a chance to discover something new from talented local artists. You’ll be delighted and surprised by these unique events, showcasing the best of music, spoken word, theatre, and more created right here in Eastern Iowa. Check out the list of dates below for more information about upcoming events!

Live from the Artisan Studio

Brucemore

This self-guided tour of the mansion is sure to fill you with holiday cheer! Explore our award-winning holiday tour experience, complete with over a dozen dazzling Christmas trees, sparkling seasonal décor, and a glimpse into the holidays of the past at Brucemore. Follow in the footsteps of the families of Brucemore as you explore the history of the mansion.

A Brucemore Christmas

Participants will design a beautiful double glass tree decoration using warm glass techniques. Both trees will share a single wooden display stand, so you can create a forest of sparkling holiday trees to brighten your home for the holidays. Projects include a wooden display stand.

This workshop is hosted in the Brucemore Carriage House.  All instructions and materials, as well as protective eyewear, are provided during the workshop. Following the workshop, the instructor will take the projects to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass studio for firing in their kilns. Your creation will be ready for pick-up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio approximately three weeks following the class date, just in time to decorate for the holidays!

Art at Brucemore: Double Glass Holiday Tree

Calling all curious minds looking for a unique night out! Mansion Mixers are your chance to explore Brucemore after hours while diving into fascinating stories from history. Each program includes time for self-guided tours of the mansion, an entertaining presentation from one of our public historians, mocktails in the Tahitian Room, and an activity tied to the evening’s theme. If you’re looking for a fun and casual way to learn something new while connecting with other history fans, then this event is for you!

Mansion Mixers: Twisted Tidings

Step into an elevated night of entertainment as Brucemore welcomes SPT Theatre back for A Modern Salon. Inspired by the Parisian salons of the early 20th century, this intimate event blends music and storytelling for a unique night of entertainment in a sophisticated setting. Before the performance, guests will enjoy a curated wine tasting paired with hors d’oeuvres. Intermission brings sparkling wine and decadent desserts.

This event is designed to give guests a taste of the luxurious parties hosted by the families who called Brucemore home. We invite you to celebrate in style with cocktail or creative evening attire that would impress even Irene Douglas.