ABOUT US

Des Moines Arts Festival is a 501c3 NonProfit Organization

OUR MISSION

Impact Lives Through the Arts

OUR CORE VALUES

Inspire Appreciation of the Arts
We cultivate, educate and engage our audience toward a heightened appreciation of the arts.

Celebrate Original Art
We produce an annual celebration of outstanding original visual art - that is created by the hand of the artist - in a festival atmosphere.

Impact Community
We foster and celebrate the involvement of all people.

Promote Collaboration
We promote and inspire meaningful collaboration to strengthen the arts community.

Deliver the Highest Standards
We value professionalism and quality. We operate in a fair and honorable manner with transparency. We are strong financial stewards. We manage with responsibility and maximize value to our partners.

Innovate Strategically
We champion new and emerging ideas.

OUR VISION

Strengthen a Vibrant and Creative Community