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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

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
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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
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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… Read more
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Seeking a Different Corporate Retreat Location? Choose a Mansion in Central Illinois

When selecting a venue for your corporate retreats and off-site educational seminars, consider what you want to get out of it. When you want to spark creativity, communication, originality, and team spirit choose Vrooman Mansion as your retreat cente… Read more
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The Best Date Ideas for Valentine's Day in Bloomington, IL

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, so now is the time to start planning the perfect date. No matter what type of date you are looking for, Bloomington has something to offer. Check out some of our best date night recommendations for a specia… Read more