If you talk about a sculpture park in Des Moines, Iowa, most people would say “Sure, we know about Pappajohn Sculpture Park!” It’s one of the most famous spots in Iowa – and it’s well worth the hype. However, few people know about the other sculpture park in Iowa’s largest city. To find it, you’d have to go to South Des Moines, where you’ll find it in a quiet area of town. Surrounded by houses and small businesses, you’ll find a quirky landscape filled with large statues of people, places, things – and other sculptures that may not make any sense at all! It’s a quick trip, but this public park has been completely transformed into a strange and wonderful display of just how creative – and weird – public art can truly be.

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Have you visited this hidden sculpture park in Des Moines, Iowa? Let us know about your trip and your favorite sculptures in the comments section! The park holds an annual arts festival, so keep an eye on the the park’s website for this year’s event. For another one-of-a-kind quirky Iowa experience, why not visit Iowa’s only paranormal festival?

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