Des Moines, IA

Fly high at The National Balloon Museum, located just outside of Des Moines. Travel through two hundred years of high flying history that is surrounded by exhibit collections of colorful and famous hot air balloons like the Stone Family Balloons and Fantasia Balloons.

Address: 1601 North Jefferson Way, Indianola, IA 50125 - MAP
Phone: (515) 961-3714
Web: www.nationalballoonmuseum.com

Immerse yourself in the world of Art at the Des Moines Art Center. Discover award winning art collections from 19th and 20th century artists like Andy Warhol, Henri Matisse, Claude Monet and Georgia O'Keeffe. The museum also features artsy films like Annie Hall and various arts concerts.

Address: 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312 - MAP
Phone: (515) 277-4405
Web: www.desmoinesartcenter.org

Honor the first African American US Army Officer Candidate Class at the Fort Des Moines Museum. Visit the national attraction filled with artifacts, exhibits, photographs and period art defining the history of heroes who brought gender and racial equality to the US Army during the great world wars.

Address: 75 East Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA 50315 - MAP
Phone: (888) 828-FORT Or (515) 282-8060
Web: www.fortdesmoines.org

Iowa Hall of Pride is dedicated to promoting the achievements of all Iowans, from students to sports legends, movie stars and scientists. Located in Des Moines inside the Iowa Event Center, you'll get to know first hand important Iowans through the museum's many fun and entertaining interactive technology exhibits.

Address: 330 Park Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 - MAP
Phone: (515) 280-8969
Web: www.iowahallofpride.com

History buffs, visit the State Historical Society of Iowa to learn the state's rich heritage. Explore historical artifacts and documents telling the story of the state as seen through the eyes of its politicians and citizens. The exhibits detail the ambitions, accomplishments and contributions made by the people of the capital city.

Address: 600 East Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50319 - MAP
Phone: (515) 281-5111
Web: www.iowahistory.org

Enter Terrace Hill, a magnificent mansion located in Des Moines, built by Iowa's first millionaire Benjamin Franklin Allen. The rambling Napoleon-style, 18,000 square foot mansion sits grandly on a hill overlooking the capital city. Besides being a museum, the mansion is host to state dinners and receptions.

Address: 2300 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312 - MAP
Phone: (515) 281-3604