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 HomesWells Fargo Arena, Hy-Vee Hall, Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Polk County Convention Complex. Concerts, tournaments and special events throughout the year. Home of the new Iowa Stars hockey team, the top-level affiliate of the NHL's Dallas Stars.
Des Moines, IA Event CentersThis 110,000 square-foot facility located in downtown Des Moines features six interactive learning areas, three theaters including the Blank IMAX Dome Theater, a cafe and gift shop. Group rates available.
Des Moines, IA Learning CentersCentury-old building features 275-foot gold-leafed dome flanked by four smaller domes, grand staircase and beautiful woodwork. See legislative and old Supreme Court chambers, Governor's office, five-story law library, scale model of Battleship Iowa, collection of first-lady dolls. Tours last 60
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Beautifully-landscaped 22-acre zoological park featuring naturalistic exhibits with more than 800 animals from five continent...
Follow the AAA minor league baseball team, and enjoy fireworks and concerts during the baseball season....
Visit reconstructed prairies, wetlands with boardwalk trails, forests, minimum tillage croplands, and nature center....
Displays of early county history, Native American artifacts, Civil War memorabilia, early transportation. Exhibits dedicated ...