Des Moines Community Playhouse

Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.

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

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

Water Works Park is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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 theater scene.

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