Des Moines Historical Society
About Des Moines Historical Society
The DMHS works to promote the history and preservation of the city of Des Moines, Iowa.
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Updates & tips from Des Moines Historical Society
Notables - Nationally famous names associated with Des Moines
Thursday, October 27, 6:00 p.m. - Program of the Des Moines Historical Society about Notables - Famous Names Associated with Des Moines. These will be surprising stories, not the familiar stories of Cloris Leachman and Roger Williams. You will be surprise... Read More
DM NOTABLES - Thurs., Oct. 27, 6:00 p.m. - Nationally known residents
The program at 6:00 p.m. will be about 'Des Moines Notables,' the nationally and internationally known people (and things) that once resided in Des Moines and 'hit the big time.'
The business meeting will begin about 7:00. Light refreshments will be provided. Parking is available in the ramp to the east at Pennsylvania&East Grand.
DES MOINES NOTABLES - The quarterly program and meeting of the Des Moines Historical Society will be Thursday, October 15, at 6:00 at the Iowa Genealogical Society, 628 E. Grand. The program at 6:00 p.m. will be about 'Des Moines Notables,' the nationally and i... Read More
OPEN CABIN, Saturday, October 15 from 10:00 a.m. - NOON
Join the Des Moines Historical Society to wish all of us a Happy Birthday. The town of Fort Des Moines, the name was later shorted to just 'Des Moines' is 160. To celebrate this anniversary the Des Moines Birhplace/Fort Des Moines II Memorial Cabin will have an 'Open... Read More
