​2025 Board Meeting Schedule
Location:  Robert Mickle Business and Neighborhood Resource Center
​1620 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 7 PM

                         March 11                                 August 12
                         April 8                                      September 9
                         May 13                                     October 14
                         June 10                                    November 11
                        July 8                                        December 9
                                                                          

Join us for the Des Moines Historical Society's monthly board meetings! These gatherings are open to both members and the public, offering a unique opportunity to:
• Stay informed about DMHS activities and initiatives
• Contribute ideas for preserving and promoting local history
• Connect with fellow history enthusiasts
• Participate in shaping the future of our organization
Whether you're a long-time member or simply curious about Des Moines' rich history, we welcome your attendance and input.
No registration required - simply show up and be part of the conversation!Save the date for the DMHS Annual Meeting!
 

Join Des Moines Historical Society and join in the fun!  
​​Join DMHS here.

Upcoming events​

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• Historic Preservation Awards Dinner
  Saturday, May 15 / 5:00 - 7:00 PM
  Event by Des Moines Heritage Trust & Des Moines Heritage Center honoring the visionary projects and passionate individuals who are preserving our region's rich heritage.
  Learn more & buy tickets here. 
  
• Gabriel House Sessions
  Saturday, May 31 / 1:00 - 6:00 PM
  ​1701 Penn Ave., Des Moines​
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• ​Check back often for updated events & follow our Facebook page here for the latest information. ​

​Some events are available only to members of the Des Moines Historical Society. Joining is easy and inexpensive. Just click here to join. It takes seconds to do and will help support efforts to preserve the stories and artifacts of Des Moines history.

Gabriel House Sessions - Public Welcome!
Saturday, May 31 / 1:00 - 6:00 PM  1701 Penn Ave., Des Moines
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Join us for our opening art show of 2025!
A showcase of local food, music, & art at the historic Gabriel House near

Union Park in Des Moines.
Family friendly, open & encouraging attendance to people from all walks of life & all ages. We are building a community of artistic, open minded individuals. This is a wonderful place to meet good people and enjoy some of

Des Moines local culture.
On~leash doggos are welcome to join the party,
Sponsored by the Des Moines Historical Society. 

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