State Historical Building

Category: Historical society

Address: 600 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50319, USA

Phone: +15152815111

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 9AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 9AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 9AM–4:30PM

Friday: 9AM–4:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Cindy Hejlik

Oct 15, 2022

What a wonderful experience we had visiting. We will definitely be back!

Lewis Stewart

Aug 11, 2022

It was awesome a lot of great history, some of the exhibits were gone due to construction and remodeling but the rest was very cool... I would definitely come back.

KK grimm

Jul 17, 2022

I found the museum interesting and I appreciated how detailed they were in delving in to Iowa's history. The exhibits were entertaining and informative. Even though the hours were a bit weird, you can't beat free! I recommend that if you like History, you should stop here!

Sterling Nuzum

Jul 12, 2022

It's a top-notch historical museum with an excellent staff! The curator is super knowledgeable and friendly! My only issue is that the State of Iowa repeatedly cuts the museum's funding, which leads to no new exhibits being created. This makes it almost exclusive for tourists and people who are close to the museum and don't mind seeing the same exhibits over and over again. Still, it's definitely worth visiting if you're from out of town or if you haven't been before!

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Questions & Answers

I see there is construction on the north side of the building where I used to make entrance. Is it still possible to get into the building that way or how can I get into the historical society?

Robbie Duffy | Jun 26, 2022
John Carlson | Jun 26, 2022

Use the south entrance.

How much is admission? Do they open on Saturdays?

Araceli Benitez | Oct 24, 2020
Adam Smith | Oct 24, 2020

Free si

Does anyone know why the Beautiful Water Fountain isn't on? Would look alot better in the evening if it was!!! Was going to show my Granddaughter but it's never on. Please turn it on 😊

Julie Partee | Oct 25, 2019
Mark Nelson | Oct 25, 2019

The fountain on the SW corner of the building was decommissioned around 2007 and was turned into a planter.

Where is a good place to park

Randy DeHeer | Oct 25, 2018
Connie Cleereman | Oct 25, 2018

I always park on the street at a meter.

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What is all served in the cafe?

Patrick Walker | Oct 25, 2018
Jerry Smart | Oct 25, 2018

Some Italian food, salads, and sandwitches. They have good cookies for dessert.

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How much is it to get in?

Nathan Peterson | Oct 25, 2018
Bonnie Gusland | Oct 25, 2018

It is free

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Can you please tell me what the cost is for admission

Brenda Sinclair | Oct 25, 2018
State Historical Building | Oct 25, 2018

Admission to the State Historical Museum of Iowa is free.

Is there nearby parking?

Stacy Layton | Oct 25, 2018
Andrew Gatto | Oct 25, 2018

Yes there is a free parking ramp across the street on the north side of the building.

Is the historical building free to the public

Dani Relle | Oct 25, 2018
State Historical Building | Oct 25, 2018

Yes, admission to the museum and research centers is free.

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Is there a cover fee?

Jermaine Daye | Oct 25, 2018
State Historical Building | Oct 25, 2018

Admission to the State Historical Museum of Iowa and both Library and Archives Research Centers is free.

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I work for the Plymouth Soil and Water Conservation District. I was at a meeting recently that stated the Historical library would come and get some of our historical items, reproduce them, and return them. do you? Is there a fee?

Lynn Bohnenkamp | Oct 25, 2018
jereme schulz | Oct 25, 2018

This is the historical center, not the library. Not sure which you're looking for but probably much better to call them and sort it out quicky.

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Is this area open to the public ? And if so, what is a typical menu? Hours open and overall pricing.

Dennis Meyer | Oct 25, 2018
Christopher Jones | Oct 25, 2018

The State of Iowa Historical Building is open 9-4:30 M-F. Admisssion is free with donations accepted. Cafe Barattas operates in the building during lunch hours. $3-$9 dollar menu available for review on-line.

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