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Information About Des Moines
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Iowa's Capitol City
As Iowa's capitol city, Des Moines is a hub of government action, business activity and cultural affairs. With a Metro population of 456,000, Des Moines is a bustling metropolis. But though we have big city bustle, we're extremely proud of our small town atmosphere. Our community offers quality schools, superb public services, and friendly neighborhoods. Truly the best of both worlds!
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Des Moines is a great place to live, work, and play! Check out these links for more information about our city.
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- Things to Do in Des Moines
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City of Des Moines, Iowa
Information Center
- 400 Robert D. Ray Drive
- Des Moines, Iowa 50309
- Phone: (515) 283-4500
- E-mail: Information Center
- Web Site: http://www.dmgov.org
