IOWA STATE CAPITOL
1007 East Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50319
Since 1871
Holiday Historic House Tour, Monuments, Exhibitions, Government Buildings, Collections, Events, Programs, Historic Preservation, Court, Historical Building, Observation Deck, Field Trips & Guided Tours
The building features an array of majesty including many different types and colours of marble, works of art, fixtures and carvings in both wood and stone ● Its one of the most commanding features of the building is the towering dome
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SALISBURY HOUSE
4025 Tonawanda Drive, Des Moines, IA 50312
Since 1923
Group Tour, Exhibitions, Architectural Buildings, Private Events, Shops, Collections, Stores, Education and Adult Programs, Field Trips, reservation and Restoration, Event Rentals, Cultural Activities, Events & Summer Camp
Lowa featuring a 42-room estate surrounded by nine acres of beautiful gardens and woodland it was built from 1923-1928 by cosmetic pioneer and Iowa native, Carl Weeks ● This exquisite American estate and its diverse collections of art, literature, and worldly treasures are open to the public for tours ● Guided Tours available ● The historic home contains authentic 16th century English oak woodwork, English flintwork and rafters that date back to the time of Shakespeare
Discount: 10% Off on Gift Shop purchases - 10% Off on a variety of public programs View Deal
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TERRACE HILL
2300 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312
Since 1869
School Programs, Architectural Buildings, Education Programs, Community Outreach, Library, Group Tour, House, Preservation and Restoration, Events, Cultural Activities & Event Rentals
The 18,000-square foot building serves the dual purpose of the official governor’s residence and a National Historic Landmark ● Guided tours of the first two floors and historic gardens take visitors back to the Victorian lifestyle of the late 1880s ● Free admission for students with a school and 1 free chaperone per 10 students ● Tours last approximately one hour and begin in the Carriage House, which once contained horse stalls and carriages, and now has been renovated into a visitor’s centre
Price: $5 Adults & $2 Children (6-12)
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