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Des Moines Essential Info
Overview
Des Moines, capital of Iowa, is in the western region of the American Midwest.
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Basics
Best Time To Go
Mar-Oct
Current Time
Current Weather
65 °F
Clear
Fun Facts
- Actor Brandon Routh,famous for playing Superman in “Superman Returns”, was born in the greater Des Moines area.
- Des Moines is known for being the home of the Iowa State Fair.
- The Pappajohn Sculpture Park at the Des Moines Art Center features 25 sculptures from 19 different artists worth an estimated $40 million.
- Des Moines was originally named Fort Raccoon.
- Des Moines’ Blank Park Zoo welcomed its third red panda, Razz, in 2012.
Popular Foods
- Cabernet Fudge Cupcake
- Truffle Fries
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