Famous Homes
Wallace House
Restored Italianate Victorian was home of the first Henry Wallace — national leader in agriculture and conservation, and editor of Wallaces’ Farmer. Exhibits include “Uncle Henry’s Des Moines, 1880-1920”, the Wallace era of Wallaces’ Farmer, and a multi-media time line of the life of Henry A. Wallace.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Admission
- Fee
- Hours
- 8:30-12 and 1-5 Mon.-Fri.
- Address
- 756 16th St.
- Phone
- 515-243-7063
- [email protected]
- Map
- Get Directions →
While You're in Des Moines
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Learn more →Upcoming Events
Events in Des Moines
Jun
26–28
Des Moines Arts Festival
Jul
12
Summer Time Show n’ Shine
Jul
15–17
Iowa Gas Petroleum Collectors Swap Meet and Auction
Jul
18
Harleys and Hotrods Summer Celebration Bike and Car Show
Jul
23–26
Miss Iowa Pageant
Aug
1
Wheels for Warriors Charity Car and Bike Show
Aug
6–16
Iowa State Fair
Aug
22
Sherman Hill Walking Tour of Homes
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