BOOK HISTORY | Steve & Carmela from New York

Steve and Carmela drove from Pearl River, NY to visit family and stopped at Vrooman Mansion along the way., “…our first stay at a B&B and we absolutely loved this experience! This home has such amazing charm and beauty.” Read more about Steve & Carmela’s experience, then book your road trip or finalize your anniversary plans with an intimate historic experience off of Route 66 at the center.   Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | Lynn & Ray from Pittsburgh, PA

Lynn & Ray wanted to drive a portion of Route 66 on their way to their daughter’s graduation in St. Louis. But rather than start in Chicago, they decided to start their adventure in Bloomington, IL staying in the Fern Suite. Continue reading

BOOK HISTORY | Steve & Tammy from Lincoln, Nebraska

Have you ever stayed at a mansion and had Abraham Lincoln show up? Imagine Steve and Tammy’s surprise after they drove from Lincoln, Nebraska and discovered two local actors who portray US presidents Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S Grant?! Literally the history of the mansion came to life as they shared a gourmet breakfast with the talented men. Read more about their stay! Continue reading

Presidential Connections at Vrooman Mansion

Vrooman Mansion has always been a place where people connect. It still is. What you might not know are the presidential connections linked to Vrooman Mansion and the broader Bloomington-Normal, IL community. This President’s Day start making plans to explore more on your own, and consider central Illinois as your next historic road trip. Route 66 is waiting! Continue reading