BLANK PARK ZOO
7401 Southwest 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315
Since 1966
Field Trip, Birthday Parties, Night Eyes, Scout, Weddings, Zoo Brew Reveal Party, Early Education, Member Events, Group Visits, Home School Programs, Conservation, Libraries, Facility Rental, Animal Days, Exhibitions, Conservation Speaker Series, Gators on The Green, Spring Break Schedule & Safari Camps Family Nature Club
Has over 800 furry, finned and feathered exotic creatures at the Zoo ● Approximately 30 acres and features an indoor rain forest Discovery Center, Jamaa Kwa Africa, Australia Adventure, Kids Kingdom, Great Cats Complex, a Sea Lion and Seal pool ● Free admission for Children (2 years and under) -Wheelchairs and strollers are available on a first come, first serve basis ● The indoor Discovery Center will amaze you with its mountainous and tropical habitats filled with exotic plants, birds & fish
Discount: $2 Off on Active military & immediate family members receive - $2 Off on veterans receive View Deal
Price: General admission:
Children (3 – 12 years) - $8
Adults (13 – 64 years) - $14
Senior Citizens (65+ years) - $11
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GREATER DES MOINES BOTANICAL GARDEN
909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309
Since 1979
Horticultural Exhibits, North Gallery, Calendar of Events, Garden Shop, Dine, Garden Photos, Plant Collections, Adult Education, Families Programs, Plants, Teachers, Group Visits, Venue Rentals, Youth, Students, Conservatory and Indoor Gardens, Educational Programs & Outdoor Gardens
Offers opportunities for learning, socialization and respite for gardening enthusiasts and casual visitors ● The Botanical Garden makes a stunning backdrop for all types of occasions including corporate gatherings, weddings and other celebrations ● This 14-acre centre bordering the Des Moines River features a domed conservatory that houses over 1000 varieties of exotic plants from throughout the world ● Free admission for children 3 and under & member
Price: Admission:
Adult $10
Senior (65+) $9
Military $9
Youth (4-17) $7
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DES MOINES ART CENTER
4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312
Since 1948
Birthday Parties, Dining, Stores, Guided Tours, School Tour, Facility Rental, Wedding Events, Cooking Classes, Conservation, Workshop, Art Exhibitions, Summer Camps, Gift Shop, Educational Programs, Private and Special Events, Field Trips & Classrooms
Offers special guided tours for non-or-low-sighted individuals at both locations ● The Des Moines Art Center engages diverse local and international audiences with contemporary art through its museum and school, adding to the cultural record through collections and programs ● Offers free admission every day, which is supported by Principal Financial Group Foundation, Inc. and Art Center members
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