​2025 Board Meeting Schedule
Location:  Robert Mickle Business and Neighborhood Resource Center
​1620 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50314


Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 7 PM

                         July 8                                          October 14
                         August 12                                   November 11
                         September 9                               December 9
                                                                                                                                                                             
Join us for the Des Moines Historical Society's monthly board meetings! These gatherings are open to both members and the public, offering a unique opportunity to:
• Stay informed about DMHS activities and initiatives
• Contribute ideas for preserving and promoting local history
• Connect with fellow history enthusiasts
• Participate in shaping the future of our organization
Whether you're a long-time member or simply curious about Des Moines' rich history, we welcome your attendance and input.
No registration required - simply show up and be part of the conversation! 
 

Join Des Moines Historical Society and join in the fun!  
​​Join DMHS here.

Upcoming events​

Des Moines Historical Society celebrates historical Des Moines buildings and homes celebrating a 100-year anniversary with the presentation of a Centennial Certificate. More information coming soon!  

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​Some events are available only to members of the Des Moines Historical Society. Joining is easy and inexpensive. Just click here to join. It takes seconds to do and will help support efforts to preserve the stories and artifacts of Des Moines history.

History Happy Hour at Court Avenue Brewing Co.
309 Court Ave, Des Moines
Thursday, July 10 7:00 - 8:00 PM

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Join DMHS for History Happy Hour at Court Avenue Brewing Co., located in the historic Des Moines Saddlery Company Building — a rare survivor of 1880s industry and 1993’s devastating flood. Once home to leather goods, hats, and even ice cream cones, it now serves up great stories and great beer.

🍻 Free to attend
✅Please register here in advance
🎉 DMHS members get special perks
🗣️ Casual drop-in format

Let’s toast to Des Moines history — one building (and one beer) at a time!

Note: To register more than one person, return to the link and resubmit.


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