Temple for Performing Arts, Theatre and performing arts center in downtown Des Moines, United States.
The Temple for Performing Arts is a theater and performance venue in downtown Des Moines with a history as a Beaux-Arts building. It houses a theater hall on the second floor with seating and functions as a venue for various artistic performances.
The building was designed in 1913 by the architectural firm Proudfoot & Bird and originally combined office spaces with a Masonic temple. Over its history it has evolved into a recognized venue for cultural events and was later added to the National Register of Historic Places.
The venue hosts performances that draw local audiences and welcome artists across different genres. The building itself serves the community as a gathering place for cultural experiences.
The building is located downtown and easy to reach, with free parking available in the evening hours. Visitors should check the current event schedule before visiting and allow time to explore the space.
The building originally served as a Masonic temple and still blends this historical function with its current role as an arts venue. This dual purpose is visible in the architecture and layout of the space, distinguishing it from other theaters in the region.
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