The 1/2-mile, 13-story bridge crosses the Des Moines River valley and features six overlooks with interactive panels explaining the area's cultural and natural history. After dark, a section of ...

Des Moines, the capital of Iowa, is a vibrant city with a rich history, diverse attractions, and a thriving economy. Whether ...

The exhibits within the Matt Cosgrove River’s Edge Discovery Center educate people of all ages about Iowa’s water. New features right behind the building help people to get up close and personal with ...

A SECTION OF THE TRESTLE TO TRESTLE TRAIL WILL BE CLOSED THIS WEEK. DES MOINES PARKS AND RECREATION SAYS CREWS WILL BE FIXING THE UNEVEN SURFACES TO MAKE THE TRAIL SAFER. NOW THERE WILL NOT BE A ...

Despite chilly Midwestern winters, the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden remains a year-round top attraction thanks to the site's domed conservatory, which is kept consistently balmy to nurture ...