Pappajohn Sculpture Park
1330 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hours open
Monday:
6:00 AM - 0:00 AM
Tuesday:
6:00 AM - 0:00 AM
Wednesday:
6:00 AM - 0:00 AM
Thursday:
6:00 AM - 0:00 AM
Friday:
6:00 AM - 0:00 AM
Saturday:
6:00 AM - 0:00 AM
Sunday:
6:00 AM - 0:00 AM
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About the Business
The Pappajohn Sculpture Park, located at 1330 Grand Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa, is a museum and tourist attraction featuring artwork by over two dozen of the world's most celebrated artists. The 4.4 acre park, donated by John and Mary Pappajohn, serves as a pedestrian-friendly entryway to downtown Des Moines and is the most significant donation of artwork ever made to the Des Moines Art Center. Since its opening in 2009, the park has become a gathering space for the community and a popular destination for tourists and residents alike. Visitors can enjoy the sculptures, take an audio tour, participate in interactive activities with the Sculpture Park Exploration Guide, and even have a picnic in the park. Please be mindful of the rules regarding photography, touching the sculptures, and disposing of waste properly. Plan your visit today and explore this unique outdoor art collection in the heart of Des Moines.
Reviews
"There is paid parking all around it. Not super inviting to just sit and enjoy but there are some places to sit. Says it is not smoking but there was a lot of people smoking. Art was interesting and some nightmarish."
"This place was pretty cool. Some weird sculptures, but some cool ones, too, and definitely plenty to see and talk about. There's audio information via a phone number, so you can learn more about each piece, if desired."
"This park is so well maintained. It’s clean, open and very fun for a quick walk to enjoy the artwork. The sculptures are spread out with lots to look at, unique pieces. It’s in a cute neighborhood with plenty to eat and coffee shops. Worth a visit if you’re in the area."
"This was a special treat as this park didn't exist when I lived here as a kid. Great place for a picnic and for the kiddos to run around (or roll down hills!). Parking meters are located along the perimeter of the park and parking is free on Sundays. You can use the ParkDSM app for parking."
"We really enjoyed walking around and playing in the grass. There are a lot more art pieces than the pictures I uploaded. We did wish that it was a little more interactive than do not touch since it’s a central park. Definitely a good stop to stretch your legs and let the kids run around on a trip. We were in the area on vacation for the week and we’re glad we stopped by."
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