The Iowa State Fair, held each August, is Iowa's largest tourism event and the cornerstone event of more than 160 activities held year-round on these 400 acres. The entire district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Off-season events include auto racing, concerts, horse and dog shows, arts and crafts celebrations, trade shows, auctions and livestock judging. The 2006 Fair will run August 10-20.
This opulent 1869 Victorian mansion, a National Historic Landmark and home of Iowa's governor, was built by Iowa's first millionaire, Benjamin F. Allen. Restored to the late 1800s period, it overlooks downtown Des Moines and is situated on eight acres with a recreated Victorian formal garden.
Des Moines, IA Famous HomesThirty animals and two wheelchair-accessible chariots turn to the music of a Stinson band organ on this colorful wooden carousel. Located in a city park near the Des Moines River, the carousel features handpainted scenes of Des Moines landmarks.
Des Moines, IA CarouselsFollow the AAA minor league baseball team, and enjoy fireworks and concerts during the baseball season.
Des Moines, IA Minor League BaseballCourse Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...
Constructed in 1889, this one-room school served residents until 1956. See the original double desks, stage curtain, potbell...
An extension of the world-renowned Des Moines Art Center in an energetic urban museum space, featuring three or four exciting...
Beautiful, educational display garden features 5,000 square-foot indoor conervatory with changing displays, and butterfly fli...
View interpretive exhibits on Marshall County history, from the prehistoric to the present....