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May 14, 2024 · Des Moines, IA. Terrace Hill is the the Iowa Governor's Residence and National Historic Landmark.
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All visitors at Terrace Hill must be with a tour guide; no...
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In 2019, Terrace Hill celebrated 150 years of existence as...
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Terrace Hill 2300 Grand Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50312 (515)...
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Terrace Hill is an architectural marvel. It was completed in...
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Frederick Marion (F.M.) Hubbell purchased Terrace Hill in...
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Terrace Hill, also known as Hubbell Mansion, Benjamin F. Allen House or the Iowa Governor's Mansion, is the official residence of the governor of Iowa, United States. Located at 2300 Grand Avenue in Des Moines, it is an example of Second Empire architecture.
Apr 14, 2019 · When Terrace Hill was completed in 1869, it was Des Moines' tallest home owned by its wealthiest man. Today it is a stunning reminder of Victorian Second Empire architecture, with the 18,000 ...
Terrace Hill is a National Historic Landmark and the home of Iowa's Governor. Built in 1869 by a wealthy businessman, it features Victorian architecture, stained glass, woodwork, and collections.
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Today, Terrace Hill is the home of Iowa Governor Chet Culver, First Lady Mari Culver and the First Family. This beautiful mansion is filled with art, antiques and architecture that remind visitors of Iowa’s rich history and heritage.