Terrace Hill

Iowa Governor's Mansion

Built in 1869

An early Iowa entrepreneur and one of the Des Moines founding fathers built this historic mansion, which stands on a high bluff overlooking the Raccoon River Valley. It is one of the finest examples of Second Empire architecture in the country. Since 1972, Terrace Hill has been home to Iowa's governor and family. Part of the structure is available for public tours.

Where the Governor Works

Iowa State Capitol Building

Des Moines, Iowa

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