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    • Des Moines is the capital and most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is the county seat of Polk County with parts extending into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. It is located on, and named after, the Des Moines River, which likely was adapted from the early French n… See more

    CountryUnited States
    StateIowa
    Founded1843
    IncorporatedSeptember 22, 1851
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    History

    Des Moines takes its name from Fort Des Moines (1843–46), which was named for the Des Moines River. This was adopted from the name given by French colonists. Des Moines (pronounced [de mwan] ; formerly … See more

    Geography

    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 90.65 square miles (234.78 km ), of which 88.93 square miles (230.33 km ) is land and 1.73 square miles (4.48 km ) is covered by water. It is … See more

    Demographics

    The city has the largest African American population in Iowa.
    The 2020 United States census counted 214,133 people, 87,958 households, and 48,599 families in Des Moines. The population … See more

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    Review the Attractions section to discover our awe-inspiring Pappajohn Sculpture Park, the nationally-ranked Downtown Des Moines Farmers’ Market, Adventureland amusement park, Science Center of Iowa, and Blank Park Zoo, …

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    Jan 14, 2025 · Des Moines, city, capital of Iowa, U.S., and seat (1845) of Polk county. The city lies on the Des Moines River at its juncture with the Raccoon River in the south-central part of the state.

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    Apr 26, 2024 · Home to museums (indoor and outdoor), historical landmarks, botanical gardens, excellent restaurants, amazing state parks, a rich art scene, awesome shopping, and so much more, it’s no wonder Des Moines is a …

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    Feb 11, 2021 · Ranking of the top 14 things to do in Des Moines. Travelers favorites include #1 Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, #2 John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and more.

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    Dec 27, 2023 · Des Moines, the state capital of Iowa, has taken many steps in the last few decades to become a vibrant cultural mecca of the Midwest. It's infused with tourist attractions like sculpture parks, botanical gardens, and a thriving …