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   May 14, 2024 · Terrace Hill, like many historic sites in Iowa, relies on volunteers to help open their doors to the public. Learn how to volunteer. Terrace Hill. 2300 Grand Avenue. Des Moines, IA 50312. Terrace Hill is the the Iowa Governor's Residence and National Historic Landmark.

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Terrace_HillTerrace Hill - Wikipedia

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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.

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   Terrace Hill. Benjamin Franklin Allen, Iowa's first millionaire, built Terrace Hill as his family home in 1869 with the help of Fred Hubbel. Ultimately, Frank Allen built Terrace Hill as a monument to his wealth, and Fred Hubbell saved Terrace Hill from the fallout of Allen's bankruptcy.

5. savingplaces.org › terrace-hillTerrace Hill | National Trust for Historic Preservation

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   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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   Where is Terrace Hill?

   • Terrace Hill is located at 2300 Grand Avenue, south of Interstate 235. Most visitors stop first at the Carriage House, which is located near the house. Nowadays the building is used as a reception area for most visitors who arrive to tour the home.

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   What is Terrace Hill Iowa known for?

   • 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.

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   Who built Terrace Hill?

   • As the capital city grew, its first millionaire, Benjamin Franklin Allen, began working on his dream home: Terrace Hill. Allen hired renowned Chicago-based architect William W. Boyington to shape his vision into a reality. The cost of construction amounted to a lofty $250,000.

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   Is Terrace Hill open?

   • All visitors at Terrace Hill must be with a guided tour; no self-guided tours are permitted. Terrace Hill is open for tours March through December, and is closed on State holidays. Guided Tours are given by reservation only. Guided tours take place Tuesday-Saturday at the following times:

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7. www.tripadvisor.com › Attraction_Review-g37835-dTerrace Hill, Des Moines - Tripadvisor

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   Terrace Hill. 54 reviews. #21 of 118 things to do in Des Moines. Historic SitesGovernment Buildings. Open now. 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM. Write a review. About. Historic Governor's mansion. Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing. Full view. All photos (25) The area. 2300 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312-5308. Reach out directly.