# Event Details - **Event Name**: Free Self-Guided Tours Sponsored by Van Meter - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Discover over a century of Cedar Rapids history! On Saturday, July 18, from 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Brucemore is offering FREE, self-guided tours of the mansion. Explore the beautiful rooms of the mansion at your own pace. Knowledgeable staff will be available to answer your questions as you learn about the history of the site. When you are finished visiting the mansion, Brucemore welcomes you to explore our 26 acres of grounds and gardens at no additional cost. These free tours are made possible with support from Van Meter, Inc. What to expect from this tour: -Self-guided mansion tours do not include access to buildings other than the mansion. -Access to the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar will be led by a member of our visitor services team approximately every 30 minutes. -You may take as much or as little time in the mansion as you’d like, but we recommend planning to spend 45 minutes in the mansion to allow enough time to explore. The last entry time for self-guided tours is 3:30 PM. The mansion will close at 4:30 PM. -Tours of the mansion consist of substantial walking and standing. -The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors. The mansion does not have an elevator. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge. What to do when you arrive: -Enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Please do not use the exit gate on First Avenue to enter the site. -Once onsite, follow signs towards the mansion. -There is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance. -The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door next to the circle drive. Tips for your visit: -Please consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored during tours. -Food and drink are not allowed inside the mansion during tours. -Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie sticks, or other photography equipment is not permitted. Please read our photo policy here. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cedar-rapids/free-self-guided-tours-sponsored-by-van-meter/200030172810137 - **Event Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 155 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Cedar Rapids - **state**: IA - **country**: United States - **location**: 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52403 - **lat**: 41.99241 - **long**: -91.63924 - **full address**: 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52403 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Free Self-Guided Tours Sponsored by Van Meter - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/523d637c156bf90a31742b34f460db5903fea70ecb2392b3ddab6d48fce62e00-rimg-w1200-h675-dce1edd9-gmir?v=1784334830 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Free Self-Guided Tours Sponsored by Van Meter being held? - **A:** Free Self-Guided Tours Sponsored by Van Meter takes place on Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm at 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52403. - **Q**: Who is organizing Free Self-Guided Tours Sponsored by Van Meter? - **A:** Free Self-Guided Tours Sponsored by Van Meter is organized by Brucemore. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Free Self-Guided Tours Sponsored by Van Meter is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cedar Rapids, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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