2026 Fall Tea – History, Humans and Horses

The Generals Ladies of the Historic General Dodge House are excited to present to you the annual Fall Tea.  Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea, and an incredible presentation by Kori Nelson. For centuries humans have relied on horses for exploration, war, farming and the sheer enjoyment of riding.  The last several decades have shown us a softer, more emotional side [...]

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27 Sep

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Historic General Dodge House 3rd Floor Ballroom - No Elevator

605 S. 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Legends and Lore – The Dark History of Council Bluffs

Join us for a special presentation and conversations about some of Council Bluffs’ more interesting stories involving murder, ghosts, legends and lore. Please note, this presentation will be in the 3rd Floor Ballroom of the Historic General Dodge House.  We do not have an elevator and there are many stairs to reach the Ballroom. Reservations are required $15.00 per seat [...]

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03 Oct

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Historic General Dodge House 3rd Floor Ballroom - No Elevator

605 S. 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Virtual Road Trip to Local Haunts

Join us for a fun virtual road trip to visit known local haunts. Our presenter takes us on a virtual road trip to 6 known haunted locations throughout Omaha, Council Bluffs and surrounding areas.  Upon your virtual return to the Dodge House, we will have open discussions about the Dodge House and the Beresheim House … are they haunted too??  [...]

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10 Oct

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Historic General Dodge House 3rd Floor Ballroom - No Elevator

605 S. 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Behind the Veil – A Victorian-Inspired Vigil

Step back in time, where history, mystery and the paranormal will intertwine in a rare and unique interactive Victorian style experience.  Spiritualism, which began in the 1850’s, made communicating with the dead a popular and often respectable pursuit.  Seances became common gatherings in homes of both middle and upper-class, where people tried to contact loved ones using tables, rapping noises, [...]

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17 Oct

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Historic General Dodge House 3rd Floor Ballroom - No Elevator

605 S. 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Halloween Candlelight Tours

Is the Historic General Dodge House haunted?  Many visitors of the Dodge House, as well as volunteers and staff, would say yes! Join us for a fun evening of history, mystery, and tours by candlelight and flashlights.  Ghost hunters are welcome to bring hand-held equipment. Refreshments will be served in the Ballroom. *Tours are scheduled every 20 minutes to help [...]

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24 Oct

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Historic General Dodge House

605 S. 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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A Day with the Dodges

Stroll through the Dodge House in all it’s Christmas glory and enjoy the day with the magical voices of Cantare Omaha, costumed characters and, of course, the Dodges! General admission applies. Pay at the door [...]

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06 Dec

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Historic General Dodge House

605 S. 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Family Night

Bring the family and enjoy a visit with Santa. Make a fun Christmas craft in the Beresheim House, then tour the Dodge House and enjoy cookies and cocoa in the Ballroom. December 10, 2026 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm $15.00 Per Family* *Family of up to 2 adults and 6 children Pay at the Door 621 S 3rd Street Council [...]

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10 Dec

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Beresheim House

621 S 3rd St Council Bluffs, Iowa

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Christmas by Candlelight Tour

6:00 pm- 10:00 pm Check-in begins at the Beresheim House at 621 S 3rd Street Christmas by Candlelight at the Dodge House is magical!  Illuminated only by the twinkle of Christmas tree lights and candles, you will feel as though you’ve stepped back into the late 1800’s while strolling through the home of General Grenville M. Dodge.  Refreshments will be served [...]

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12 Dec

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Historic General Dodge House

605 S. 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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