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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Des_Moines,_IowaDes Moines, Iowa - Wikipedia

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   Des Moines ( / dəˈmɔɪn / ⓘ də-MOYN) is the capital and most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is the county seat of Polk County with parts extending into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. [6] It is located on, and named after, the Des ...

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3. www.britannica.com › place › Des-MoinesDes Moines | Map, Population, History, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 4, 2024 · Des Moines, city, capital of Iowa, U.S., and seat (1845) of Polk county. The city lies on the Des Moines River at its juncture with the Raccoon River in the south-central part of the state. Situated in the heart of the Corn Belt, it is the focus of Iowa’s most populous metropolitan area, which.

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4. www.planetware.com › des-moines-us-ia-des17 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Des Moines, IA | PlanetWare

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   • State Capitol. The gold dome of the State Capitol is seen from many vantage points across Des Moines. While it's a postcard-worthy image from the outside, exploring the history inside is a great way to spend an Iowa day.
   • Iowa State Fair. The Iowa State Fair is a tribute to the agricultural spirit that supports the state of Iowa and a nearly two-week celebration that happens every August at the fairgrounds in Des Moines.
   • Water Works Park. Water Works Park contains nearly 15,000 acres of green space close to the streets of downtown Des Moines. This manicured green space is popular with activities like running, biking, bird-watching, fishing, and intramural athletics.
   • John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park. The John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park is a 4.4-acre landscaped space, centrally located in downtown Des Moines within western Gateway Park.

5. www.visittheusa.com › destination › des-moinesDes Moines, Iowa: The Midwestern Hub | Visit the USA

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   Winter. -7 - 3 ºC. Major Airports: Des Moines (DSM) States: Iowa. Midwestern hub buzzing with big-city attractions. Nearly a quarter of a million people live in Des Moines, Iowa’s state capital and most-populous city. This energetic Midwestern hub is packed with shopping, live entertainment, visual arts and much more.

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6. www.treksplorer.com › things-to-do-in-des-moines18 Fun Things to Do in Des Moines, Iowa - Treksplorer

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   • Blank Park Zoo. Wandering around Des Moines with the family? Set them loose at Blank Park Zoo, located about 10 minutes south of downtown. The only accredited zoo in Iowa, Blank Park Zoo offers plenty of fun activities for the entire family crew.
   • John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Located next to Western Gateway Park in downtown Des Moines, the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park is one of the city’s most interesting places to see.
   • Historic East Village. Wedged between the Iowa State Capitol and the Des Moines River, the Historic East Village is the city’s most interesting quarter.
   • Historic Valley Junction. The heart of West Des Moines, Historic Valley Junction dates back to the 1890s when it was built as the city’s main railroad district.

7. en.wikivoyage.org › wiki › Des_MoinesDes Moines – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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   Des Moines skyline. Des Moines, capital of Iowa, is in the western region of the American Midwest. Des Moines is the largest city in Iowa and the annual site of the Iowa State Fair.

8. wanderingwheatleys.com › best-things-to-do-in-desThe 15 Best Things to do in Des Moines, Iowa – Wandering ...

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   Aug 25, 2023 · Quick Navigation Links. 15 Fun and Unique Things to do in Des Moines. 1. Sample Farm-Fresh Eats at the Downtown Farmers' Market. 2. Take a Tour of the Historic Iowa State Capitol Building. 3. Check Out the Massive Sculptures in the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. 4. Peruse Art at the Des Moines Art Center. 5. Cheer On the Iowa Cubs at Principal Park. 6.