Vrooman Mansion Blog
Spring at the Mansion: Disc over Bloomington-Normal in Bloom As winter fades and fresh blooms begin to appear, Bloomington-Normal comes alive with energy, color, and a full calendar of events. Spring is one of the most charming times to visit Central… Read more
Updated for 2026 Every December, our guests ask the same question over breakfast: where should we go to see holiday lights near Bloomington-Normal? Our answer starts close to home, with Wild Lights at Miller Park Zoo and the free display at Dooley Pa… Read more
Updated in 2026 Warm one day, cool the next: that's fall in the Midwest, and soon the leaves will let us know there's no turning back. It's the start of one of the best fall foliage stretches around, and there's nothing like watching it unfold here i… Read more
Get your tickets now for Mother’s Day Pottery Night on Thursday, May 1 at Vrooman Mansion! 🚨 Space is limited to 36 people. Sign up today! 🗓️ Thursday, May 1 st , 6-8pm 🎟️ Order Tickets Here! Tickets are only $28 and include a seat at the party, t… Read more
Thank you to everyone who voted Vrooman Mansion as the Best Historic Site in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois for the 3rd year in a row! We are honored to be able to provide a unique historic backdrop for families, friends and colleagues as you celebrate… Read more
We are thrilled to invite you to our Stained Glass Restoration Project at the Vrooman Mansion on June 9th, 2024, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Join us for an afternoon filled with delicious food, live entertainment, and the chance to win fabulous prizes! … Read more
Afternoon tea, also known as "low tea," is typically served in the mid-afternoon and it was traditionally served on low tables, hence its two names. Afternoon tea was considered to be a ladies' social occasion. Legend has it that afternoon tea was st… Read more
It’s not too late to coordinate a holiday party in Bloomington-Normal for family, friends, or coworkers. And there are ways to make it easier for you as the party planner, and more enjoyable for your guests at the same time. Vrooman Mansion is the pe… Read more