The creative heartbeat of Des Moines. Once a forgotten stretch of warehouses, East Village transformed into the city's most vibrant arts and dining district. Murals cover every wall, boutiques line every block, and the energy is unmistakable.
Stories from East Village
Voices
The Iowa State Fair: The Great Gathering
8 min2020ss
The Neighborhood
The East Village Renaissance
7 min2010ss
Saturday Night
Saturday Night at Ken's
Behind a heavy door on East Third Street, Des Moines keeps its best-kept secret in a basement full of bourbon and memories.
8 min2020ss
The Neighborhood
24 Hours in the East Village
From morning espresso to midnight cocktails, the East Village tells the whole story of what Des Moines has become.
11 min2020ss