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Historic Preservation Organizations

State Historical Society of Iowa

Within the Iowa Economic Development
Authority, the State Historical Society
of Iowa focuses on preservation and
education. It maintains a museum, research
centers, and historic sites. It also houses
Iowa’s State Historic Preservation Office.
This office operates the CLG program,
funding opportunities, technical assistance,
preservation planning, and a wealth of
other resources to communities across Iowa.

Des Moines Heritage Trust

The Des Moines Heritage Trust is a non-profit
organization established to save historic
buildings within the City of Des Moines.
Through the Heritage Trust’s endangered
property program, it raises awareness
about current issues and historic buildings
in danger of demolition. The organization’s
headquarters and first project was the
historic depot in the East Village. The
building, which includes a contemporary
addition, functions as an event center and
a place to learn about Des Moines’ history.

Des Moines Historical Society

The Des Moines Historical Society works
to recognize and celebrate the history of
the city through research, educational
programs, and community engagement. Figure 25. The Des Moines Heritage Trust rehabilitated a
The organization hosts historic home tours, historic depot in the East Village (top photo) and constructed
annual meetings, and events on specific a contemporary addition to the depot (bottom photo) to host
events. (Source: Des Moines Heritage Trust and KKC)
topics. The Society’s current research
focus is on streetcars and trolleys, as well
as the Fort Des Moines II Memorial Cabin in
Principal Park.

Iowa Architectural Foundation
The Iowa Architectural Foundation (IAF)
was founded in 1989 and brings architects,
designers, educators, and students together
to focus on improving the quality of life

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