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Located on East Locust Street, the State Historical Museum displays exhibits that show the growth of the state of Iowa. The collections include historical documents and artifacts, and visitors can also view exhibits like the Rand McNally Globe and Wings over Iowa. There are educational programs available for students and other groups.
The collection tour is a one-hour walking tour that shows visitors how the museum takes care of its large collection of artifacts and how it stores them. It is possible to rent several spaces in the museum: the atrium for parties and receptions, classrooms for meetings, and the auditorium for lectures.
600 East Locust Street, Des Moines, Iowa, Phone: 515-281-6412
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