Des Moines Arts Festival
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Featuring some of the nation's top artists, interactive arts activities, fireworks, a variety of food and hours of entertainment. The Des Moines Arts Festival draws over 200,000 visitors annually, celebrating the best in art, music, and film.
Des Moines Arts Festival
Phone : 515-286-4932 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : info@desmoinesartsfestival.org
Web: www.desmoinesartsfestival.org
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Attractions and Upcoming Events
Terrace Hill
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 HomesDes Moines Art Center Downtown
An extension of the world-renowned Des Moines Art Center in an energetic urban museum space, featuring three or four exciting and fresh exhibitions each year. Museum shop offers unique gifts, jewelry, cards and books.
Des Moines, IA GalleriesBasilica of St. John
Designated a basilica in 1989. Northern Italian/Lombardy Romanesque style, with gold-leaf coffered ceilings and 46 stained-glass windows, including a 15-foot Munich rose window. Ornate plaster and travertine marble interior.
Des Moines, IA Historic ChurchesIowa State Fairgrounds
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
Des Moines, IA FairgroundsState Historical Building
In a modern glass and granite building, discover an exciting hands-on approach to exploring Iowa's past. This showcase of the State Historical Society of Iowa includes native wildlife, American Indian and pioneer artifacts, political and military items, and a new permanent exhibit entitled "Mammoth:
Des Moines, IA Museums