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Arts and Culture
Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
Central Iowa's Premier Not-For-Profit Performing Arts Center. Since 1979, the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines has grown from a dream of a small group of local business leaders, to the cornerstone of the downtown Des Moines redevelopment initiative. The Civic Center of Greater Des Moines will serve as an outstanding community performing arts center, accessible to all, where people may be educated, entertained and enlightened.
The Des Moines Art Center engages diverse local and international audiences with the art of today through its museum and school, adding to the cultural record through collections and programs.
Experience the Science-Surrounds-Us-All Actuality at this 110,000 square-foot creative lifelong learning center in the heart of Downtown Des Moines. By placing the power of learning in the hands of the visitor with interactive experiences for all ages, the emphasis at SCI is less on what to learn and more on how to learn.
Discover the enduring charm of 16th century England, the changing America of the 1920s, the vibrant culture of the 21st century. Salisbury House & Gardens is all of that. Imagine moving through room after majestic room...the expansive Great Hall, the art-filled Common Room, the elegant dining room, the rare book-filled Library. And the experience has just begun. Treasures of art and antiquity create the dazzling mosaic that is Salisbury House & Gardens.
Food
Support local agriculture and buy direct from Iowa farmers while shopping the Downtown Farmers Market. The Downtown Farmers Market presents Iowa producers from 51 counties across Iowa, offering fresh fruit, vegetables and so much more. Come for the freshness and stay for the fun at the Downtown Farmers Market!
Entering its seventh year in 2011, the U.S. Cellular® World Food Festival reigns as Des Moines' premiere taste event. Unique to this taste event is its flavors. Restaurants and food vendors who specialize in small operations are the highlight of this great event - mom & pop kitchens churning out their family recipes.
Fun
Des Moines Botanical & Environmental Center
The Des Moines Botanical and Environmental Center is one of the most popular cultural attractions in Iowa, providing educational, recreational, and community resources to thousands. Its goal is to provide botanical displays and educational services for its visitors. It is located on 14 acres along the east bank of the Des Moines River, close to downtown.
The mission of the Blank Park Zoo is to inspire an appreciation of the natural world through conservation, education and recreation.
Mortgage Partners
Get pre-approved for your mortgage loan before you even start shopping for a home! With a Pre-Approval from Northwest Bank you can look for a home with the confidence of knowing you are already approved, and what your interest rate will be.
Shopping
Jordan Creek Town Center brings a new level of shopping and entertainment to Central Iowa. The two million square foot center is a Town Center for West Des Moines.
Whether you’re looking for a place to enjoy a day witWhether you’re looking for a place to enjoy a day with friends, a new home, or a place to locate your business, we invite you to visit the Historic East Village. The diverse shops, restaurants, bars and residents bring a comfortable feeling to this pedestrian friendly village. The charm of this unique village is due largely to the passion of those who have chosen to open businesses here, move here, and spend time enjoying all that there is to experience in our inviting area of the city.