by Stephanie Espiritu

Created on: August 05, 2010

One of the most important tasks a wedding couple must do is research. Whether it is for wedding cake, bridal apparel, or photography, research should start once the bride to be says yes.

Out of every task, finding a wedding venue is the most critical and should be researched, discussed, and agreed upon, at least 9 months in advance.

For the mid-west couple that will be saying “I Do,” here is an overview of the best wedding venues in Des Moines, IA.

A history museum would probably be one of the most unlikely places to get married but the “Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center,” is highly sought out by wedding couples.

Located at 75 East Army Post Road, the “Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center,” honors the heroes of the United States Army during World War I and World War II, who brought gender and racial equality to the service.

Consisting of 4.6 acres and a phenomenal abstract monument including the names and hometowns of the 639 graduate captains and lieutenants from 1917 and the first 436 “Women’s Auxiliary Corps” officers from 1942, wedding couples will find the area to not only be rich with history, but an honorable place to get married.

The simple and elegant facility at “Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center,” provides wedding couples a beautifully restored, versatile, and intimate setting as they pledge their love for one another, making it one of the best wedding venues in Des Moines.

In addition, “Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center,” is a historic landmark and national attraction featuring artifacts, period art, exhibits, and archival photographs, as well as a resource center for students and educators.

To learn more about “Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center,” log on to www.fortdesmoines.org.

Being one of the most popular cultural attractions in Iowa, “Des Moines Botanical and Environmental Center” is very popular with not only Des Moines brides but throughout the state of Iowa.

Hosting over 2,000 private events per year and consisting of 14 acres of gorgeous scenery along the east bank of the Des Moines River, the “Des Moines Botanical and Environmental Center” is one of the best wedding venues in Des Moines.

Because of its size and diversity, there are many areas where couples can exchange vows, such as the tranquil and serene atmosphere in the “Dome,” the intimate and quaint

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