Six 100-year-old mosaics can be found on the third floor. They represent Defense, Charities, Education, and the Legislative, Executive and Judicial branches of government. The Law Library is also a “must-see” having retained its original wall sconces, tile floor and stained glass ceiling.

Des Moines

515-281-5591

Questions about Iowa State Capitol Tours

General hours M-F 8:00-4:30, Saturdays 9-4. Call ahead for tour times.

The capitol is closed Sundays and all state holidays.

Map to the Capitol Building in Des Moines
Iowa Capitol Website

This information was updated in January of 2012.


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