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
State 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 MuseumsIowa Hall of Pride
Experience Iowa from a fresh perspective at the Iowa Hall of Pride. Located within the Iowa Events Center, the Hall of Pride highlights Iowa's educational system, extracurricular activities and history through games, trivia and more.
Des Moines, IA Learning CentersDes Moines Art Center
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.
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Wells 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 CentersTerrace 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.
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