Where to Spend a Beautiful Des Moines Afternoon

Nomade

Enjoying the beautiful fall day yesterday, my daughter and I had a picnic at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park in downtown Des Moines. What an incredible entrance to the downtown area and a true gift to the city of Des Moines. We marveled at the 27 sculptures, having a hard time deciding on a favorite.

White Ghost

Open to visitors since September 2009, the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park features artwork by 21 of the world’s most celebrated artists.

The 4.4 acre park, located within a major crossroads of the urban grid, creates a pedestrian friendly entranceway to downtown Des Moines. This accessible setting, coupled with the skilled landscape design and caliber of the art, makes it unlike any other sculpture park in the United States. The Pappajohns’ contribution of 27 works for the park is the most significant donation of artwork ever made to the Des Moines Art Center.

~Information from Des Moines Art Center.

Living on Des Moines’ west side, we are fortunate to have such wonderful attractions within minutes of our home. Urban living is the best! For all of your real estate needs ~ call, text, or email Lori Adrianse @ 515-556-0515, Lori.Adrianse@CBDSM.com.