There are few spots in Iowa that are more beautiful than the famous Iowa State Capitol. Every state’s central building has its charms, but few of them can match the stunning architecture and deep history of the massive complex in Des Moines – one of the capital city’s top attractions. When you step inside, it’s easy to feel like you’ve just walked into the halls of Congress! However, many people have visited the capitol multiple times and still haven’t discovered all its secrets. There are so many fascinating statues and memorials on the capitol grounds – but maybe none more fascinating than the miniature Statue of Liberty in Des Moines, Iowa. How did a replica of the most famous statue in New York City history come to be in the Hawkeye State? It all has to do with a group that does a lot of good deeds.

The Statue of Liberty is probably the most famous site in New York and maybe all of America - so how did a double make its way over to Iowa?
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To find the answer, head over to the Iowa State Capitol - maybe the most beautiful building in the state.
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The massive rotunda is one of the most gorgeous architectural sights in all of Iowa.
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There are so many corners of this massive complex accessible to visitors that you can easily spend hours on a tour - but you won't be spending it all indoors.
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The grounds of the Iowa State Capitol are filled with amazing and beautiful monuments, like the powerful Soldiers and Sailors Monument to those who fought in the civil war.
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It's not far from there to the mysterious Statue of Liberty double. Smaller than the original but an impressive recreation, it was erected here by the Boy Scouts in 1950. Many similar monuments have been removed elsewhere in the country, but Iowa's still stands tall.
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It's just one impressive sight among many at an amazing building in Des Moines - one that also boasts an incredible view of the city!
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Have you visited the Iowa State Capitol to see the miniature Statue of Liberty in Des Moines, Iowa? What were your favorite sights? Let us know in the comments section. To learn more about how to visit the Capitol, you can check out the official state website. While you’re in Des Moines, why not book a night at a unique treehouse getaway?

 

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