Museum & Cafe
Visit the State Historical Museum of Iowa for an exciting adventure through the history of Iowa. Explore exhibits and engage with a rich collection of historic artifacts and documents.
Complimentary parking is available in State Capitol Complex Parking Garage located at Pennsylvania Ave. and Grand Ave. Metered street parking is also available.
State Historical Museum of Iowa
State Historical Building - 1st & 2nd Floor West
600 E. Locust St.
Des Moines, IA 50319
(515) 281-5111
Regular Business Hours
Tuesday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday - Monday: Closed
Closed on state holidays
Complimentary admission - Masks are optional
Learn more about the State Historical Museum of Iowa.
Library & Archives Research Centers
State Historical Building - 2nd Floor East
Open by appointment only
600 E. Locust St.
Des Moines, IA 50319
(515) 281-6200
Centennial Building is open by appointment only
402 Iowa Ave.
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 335-3916
The Research Center and Library is open by appointment only
Learn more about the Library & Archives Research Centers.
Café Barattas is currently closed
Please check back at a later time for more information on a reopening date.
600 E. Locust St. – 3rd Floor West
Des Moines, IA 50319
(515) 281-5111
Monday – Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
Closed on state holidays
