Lauridsen Amphitheater

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Grays Lake which includes a garden and a lake or waterhole

Gray’s Lake Park

Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Whimsical, entertaining and provocative can easily describe the artwork at this outdoor gallery that provides new meaning and life to sculptures.

Pappajohn sculpture park in Des Moines,28 sculptures located in a wee park. Worth a wee look if your passing through. Thought these two were quite good/creepy.

Western Gateway Park

After visiting Western Gateway Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.

Beautiful mansion built in the 1920's after the King's House in Salisbury, England. Architecture from medieval and renaissance periods were shipped and featured in the manor including a vaulted ceiling Shakespeare performed under in his day.
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Salisbury House

You can learn about the history of Des Moines with a stop at Salisbury House. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Terrace Hill

Learn about the local history of Des Moines with a stop at Terrace Hill. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.