Our Valentine's Day Spot

Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

If you have ten or more people in your group you can call us, or complete a tour request for a guided tour. Smaller groups should call 515.281.5591. Tours can be scheduled Monday through Saturday.

Our First Anniversary Spot

Friday: 5:30 pm

Experience elegant dining on the rails as it was during the golden age of rail travel.

This enchanting ride through the beautiful Des Moines River Valley features historic 1950’s passenger cars used on the Union Pacific Railroad’s famous “City of Los Angeles” and “City of San Francisco” streamliners, which traveled between Chicago and the west coast.

This train crosses the 156′ tall Bass Point Creek High Bridge, as well as the Des Moines River Bridge, on its journey through the river valley.

The rear of the train features a large observation platform, providing unparalleled views of the river valley.

Our First Date Spot

Friday: 11 am - 11 pm

Sunday: 9 am - 9 pm (brunch until 2 pm)

Craft beer & elevated pub grub served in an industrial-chic setup with a spacious outdoor patio.

Friday: 1:00 pm

Sunday: 1:00 pm

HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.

HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards, it has won Grammy®, Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

Friday: 10 am - 7 pm

Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm

Established in 1948, the Des Moines Art Center exists to engage and stimulate the communities of Greater Des Moines and beyond. We are home to an exceptional collection of art made between 1500 and the present day. We offer free exhibitions, programs, tours, and lectures at our main campus in Greenwood Park, consisting of three unique buildings designed by world renowned architects Eliel Saarinen, I. M. Pei, and Richard Meier.

Sunday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join us for a Father’s Day Car Show presented by Solar Clean!

Classes:

Judges Pick

Kids Choice

Peoples Choice

Most Unique

$10 registration

No need to pre-register!

Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm

We had a great turnout last year at our Art Festival so we decided to do it again to support our local artists here in central Iowa!

We'll have a variety of artists and local businesses selling their work along with great food, drinks, and more! Free admission to the public. Kid-friendly and dog friendly, we just ask that you be respectful of the artists work.