Built in 1877 by prominent pioneer businessman Hoyt Sherman, this mansion was Des Moines' first public art gallery and houses a distinctive collection of 19th and 20th century artwork. The 1,250
Des Moines, IA Famous HomesThe 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 FairgroundsAn 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 GalleriesThe Playhouse presents 12-14 musicals, comedies, dramas and family shows each year.
Des Moines, IA TheatresThis 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 HomesDisplays of early county history, Native American artifacts, Civil War memorabilia, early transportation. Exhibits dedicated ...
Learn about Iowa's rich prairie heritage. See wildlife, native flowers and grasses, elk and buffalo along auto tour and foot ...
Visit 19th-century blacksmith shop operated until 1940 by German immigrant Matthew Edel. Shop remains as he left it in 1940.
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Constructed in 1889, this one-room school served residents until 1956. See the original double desks, stage curtain, potbell...