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Mother's Day Pottery Night on Thursday May 1, 2025

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 1st, 6-8pm 🎟️ Order Tickets Here! Tickets are only $28 and include a seat at the party, the… Read more

2024 Best Historic Site in Bloomington-Normal Illinois

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 c… Read more

June 9th Concert & Stained Glass Restoration Project

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

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 … Read more
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Gingerbread House Decorating Classes on December 7th

Sign Up for our Gingerbread House Decorating Classes on December 7th! Click the banner to reserve your spot! Jessie is a professional pastry chef and will show you the tips and tricks to a perfectly decorated Gingerbread House! All supplies will be … Read more
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Santa Selfies at the Mansion

A Stained Glass Window Fundraiser  11a-4p on Small Business Saturday, Nov 25   Come take your own holiday photos in a Mansion!   Several open areas with seasonal decorations...and Santa!  Only $25 per group! (up to 8 in… Read more

Host a Glamorous Holiday Party

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

2023 Best Historic Site & Best Event Facility in Bloomington-Normal Illinois

Thank you to everyone who voted Vrooman Mansion as the Best Event Facility and Best Historic Site in Bloomington-Normal for the 2nd year in a row! We’re honored and humbled to receive your continued support! We are honored to be able to provide a uni… Read more

Fall Date Ideas in Bloomington, Illinois

2023 Fall Date Ideas in Central Illinois   The leaves are about to change! That means new opportunities for date night ideas that only fall weather can bring. We’ve pulled together some of the best Bloomington-Normal date ideas for couples to tr… Read more
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5 Valentine's Day Ideas in Bloomington-Normal

With the holiday season wrapping up, and a stack of Amazon boxes ready for the recycle bin, let Valentine’s Day be a day to give the gift of experiences, new memories, and epic moments. We compiled a list of five ways you can create new memories with… Read more