Overview
Built by Albert and Elizabeth Beardsley in 1908 and once the centerpiece of Elkhart society, Ruthmere has been lovingly restored to offer a window into the “Gilded Age.” Tour rooms that are lavishly appointed with historic furnishings and take note of world-class fine and decorative arts such as Tiffany lamps, Rodin sculptures and vintage autos.
Ruthmere is only one part of the Ruthmere Campus, which also includes the home of Elkhart’s founder, Havilah Beardsley. For the full slate of cultural programs concerts and special events explore Ruthmere.org.
All tours begin at the Beardsley Discovery Center, 819 North Main Street.
ADMISSION: Members have free admission and return visits to all sites and cover four people $60Campus Day Pass (both locations on same day): Adult $20 / Student $10 / Wednesday Senior Discount Day (age 60+) $15Ruthmere Only Tour: Adult $15Student $10 / Wednesday Senior Discount Day (age 60+) $10Havilah Beardsley House Only Tour: Adult $10 / Student $5 / Wednesday Senior Discount Day (age 60+) $5 *Children under 5 admitted free with adult.
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Group Friendly (20+)
- Public Restroom
- Show on NITDC Regional Site
Map
Hours
Meeting Spaces
Havilah Beardsley House
- Occupancy: 100 - 100
- Area: 3,883 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 100
| Configuration | Description | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theater | Havilah Beardsley House | 100 | 3,883 sq ft |
| Classroom | Havilah Beardsley House | 100 | 3,883 sq ft |
| Reception | Havilah Beardsley House | 100 | 3,883 sq ft |
Ruthmere Game Room
- Occupancy: 50 - 75
- Area: 1,800 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 75
| Configuration | Description | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theater | Ruthmere Game Room | 75 | 1,800 sq ft |
| Classroom | Ruthmere Game Room | 50 | 1,800 sq ft |
| Reception | Ruthmere Game Room | 50 | 1,800 sq ft |
Ruthmere Gardens
- Occupancy: 200 - 200
- Area: 4,200 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 200
| Configuration | Description | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theater | Ruthmere Gardens | 200 | 4,200 sq ft |
| Classroom | Ruthmere Gardens | 200 | 4,200 sq ft |
| Reception | Ruthmere Gardens | 200 | 4,200 sq ft |
Ruthmere Library
- Occupancy: 25 - 25
- Area: 900 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 25
| Configuration | Description | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theater | Ruthmere Library | 25 | 900 sq ft |
| Classroom | Ruthmere Library | 25 | 900 sq ft |
| Reception | Ruthmere Library | 25 | 900 sq ft |
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