As the weather begins to turn cooler here in central Iowa many families may start to look for indoor activities. And a local museum is a good place to start. From your local children’s museum to a renowned art center…
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Museums for kids in Des Moines, IA
Summer 2018: FREE Museums in Des Moines
Whether you are looking to explore something new or simply excite your mind in a new way, museums are a fun way for families to spend time together while learning about our world. From art to history and more, Des…
Read MoreTips 4 a Family Fun Day at the Iowa Hall of Pride
Updated August 22, 2019 Exhibits about Iowa’s history, heritage and heroes make the Iowa Hall of Pride a great museum to take the kids to. Located at the south end of Hy-Vee Hall in downtown Des Moines, it’s a great interactive and…
Read MoreGuide to Current Museum Exhibits in Des Moines
Des Moines is home to many world-class museums and historical venues. Throughout the year, you can learn about a wide variety of topics through special exhibitions and displays. This guide will help you find all the exhibits currently on display…
Read More10 Tips for Making Museum Visits More Fun 4 Kids
We have a lot of museums, galleries, exhibit halls, art centers, etc. here in Central Iowa. In the short time I’ve been writing about fun family outings here on dsm4kids, I’ve already highlighted a good number of them. Not only…
Read MoreTips 4 a Family Fun Day at the Iowa Gold Star Military Museum
Updated for 2021. A visit to the Iowa Gold Star Military Museum is a great opportunity for kids to see exhibits that highlight Iowa citizen’s involvement in all wars, homeland defense and Iowa service. The museum’s purpose is to collect,…
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