DES MOINES METROPOLITAN HISTORICAL BUILDINGS PRESERVATION TR

DES MOINES, IA

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park The John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park in located in downtown Des Moines, Iowa.

The 4.4 acre park opened in 2009 and features artwork by many artists.   

At the time of my visit, there were 28 sculptures.    

This installation is "Nomade" by Jaume Piensa.  The sculpture is 27 feet tall!    

It is a crouching figure with a skin composed of letters.

Visitors can go inside the sculpture.
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park Credit: Stabbur's Master

The Des Moines Metropolitan Historical Buildings Preservation Trust (DMHBPT) is a non-profit organization based in Des Moines, Iowa. The main objective of the organization is to promote the preservation of historical buildings and sites in the Des Moines metropolitan area. The DMHBPT was founded in 1979 and has since then been actively involved in the preservation of several important historical buildings in the area.

Some of the notable projects that the DMHBPT has undertaken include the preservation of the Hoyt Sherman Place, which is a historic theater and event venue in Des Moines, and the restoration of the Salisbury House, which is a mansion built in the 1920s that is now open to the public as a museum.

The DMHBPT also provides educational programs and resources for the public about the importance of preserving historical buildings and sites. They work closely with local government officials, historic preservation groups, and other stakeholders to ensure that these buildings and sites are protected for future generations.

Overall, the DMHBPT plays a crucial role in preserving the cultural heritage of the Des Moines metropolitan area by ensuring that important historical buildings and sites are protected and maintained for the benefit of all.

DES MOINES METROPOLITAN HISTORICAL BUILDINGS PRESERVATION TR is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in DES MOINES IA. US MID #8401900402

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 120,551 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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DES MOINES METROPOLITAN HISTORICAL BUILDINGS PRESERVATION TR
3622 DAVISSON RD
DES MOINES
IA
50310

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MID # 8401900402
Name DES MOINES METROPOLITAN HISTORICAL BUILDINGS PRESERVATION TR
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 421194448
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 271,621
REVENUE 120,551
LAT/LONG 41.624418, -93.667216
CODES FIPS State Code: 19
FIPS County Code: 153
US Census Tract: 000703
US Census Block: 2007