Visit

The State Historical Museum of Iowa is open to the public. 

Regular Museum Hours
Tuesday–Friday
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Research Centers are open to the public by appointment only. Find the latest hours and make an appointment. 

State Historic Sites will open for the season on Memorial Day Weekend. Hours vary by site. Check State Historic Sites for location hours.

Visit and learn about the people, places and points of pride that define the state.

• Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs Administrative Office
• Library and Archives Research Centers
• State Historic Preservation Office of Iowa
• State Historic Sites
• State Historical Museum of Iowa

Masks are optional for all visitors and are available at each location.