Iowa State Capitol

State capitol building · Des Moines, Iowa

Illustration of Iowa State Capitol

Overview

The Iowa State Capitol is a domed building on a hill east of downtown Des Moines, with a central dome covered in gold leaf and four smaller domes.

History

The capitol was completed in 1886.

Today

The building houses the Legislature and governor's office and is open for free tours.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.