The Iowa State Capitol is a ... through a security scan to enter. The capitol building is located in the city's East Village neighborhood across the Des Moines River from downtown.

A photo of the Des Moines Metro Concert Band performing at the Iowa Capitol as it appeared in the Des Moines Register in 1973. Third from the left is the conductor of the band at the time ...

Des Moines is home to several historic landmarks and architectural gems. With its iconic gold dome, the Iowa State Capitol offers guided tours that provide insight into Iowa’s legislative history.

Red Bull is bringing its extreme soapbox race back to Des Moines this spring. Back in 2022, it drew more than 25-thousand fans to the Iowa State Capitol Complex. That's where quirky and creative ...