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Category: Art and Culture

Experience the Magic of the Illinois Shakespeare Festival: Why the Vrooman Mansion is the Perfect Place to Stay

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Spring at the Mansion--Discover Bloomington Normal in Bloom

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
Promotional graphic for a Mother's Day Pottery Night event at Vrooman Mansion on May 1st, featuring a heart-shaped pottery bowl and flowers.

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 1 st , 6-8pm 🎟️ Order Tickets Here! Tickets are only $28 and include a seat at the party, t… Read more
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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
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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
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Route 66 Roadtrip: 10 Illinois Hotspots You Don't Want to Miss

In 1903, two men and a dog made history. Their ragtag group was the first to drive an automobile across the United States. We have H. Nelson Jackson, Sewall Crocker, and Bud to thank for the first American road trip . Thirty-three years later, constr… Read more
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Planning a Bridgerton Themed Wedding or Party

If you're a fan of Bridgerton or Downtown Abbey, and wish you could throw your own old-fashioned party filled with romance, vintage glamour, and fancy tea cups... we have a few ideas to get you started. Whether you want to throw your own party "just … Read more