category : Galleries
Building designed by three internationally-recognized architects houses an internationally-renowned collection of artwork from the 19th century to the present. Traveling exhibitions, educational and fine arts programs, library, museum shop and restaurant.

Admission: Fee
Hours: 11-4 Tue., Wed., Fri. and Sat.; 11-9 Thu., noon-4 Sun.
Address: 4700 Grand Ave.
Phone: 515-277-4405
Our Website:www.desmoinesartcenter.org

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