Salisbury House & Gardens is a 42 room architectural wonder built between 1923-1928 by cosmetics pioneer, Carl Weeks. Come tour this exquisite American estate and its diverse collections of art, furniture and worldly treasures.
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Join us as we begin a new Valentine’s tradition here at Salisbury! Send a photo of you and the person you love to Taylor at [email protected] and we’ll create an ornament for our beautiful pink Valentine’s tree! Were you married or engaged at Salisbury? We’d love to display your photo too! #salisburyhousedsm #valentinesday #love #desmoines #housemuseum
Thanks to Prairie Meadows' generous support, touring is free for homeschool families through the end of May 2021! Salisbury House has incorporated safety procedures to ensure your health and is a great educational tool for students K-12. Tours are available Wednesday - Sunday. To schedule, call 515-274-1777, or email, [email protected]. #salisburyhousedsm #homeschool #homeschooling #covidsafe Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel
Performing at Tea at the Castle, Salisbury House's upcoming virtual event, will be the talented jazz vocalist, Max Wellman! Listen to Max, the founder of Noce jazz club in downtown Des Moines, to be instantly transported to the great musical era of Sinatra and Connick!
Purchase tickets to Tea at the Castle on February 13 by visiting salisburyhouse.org today. #teaatthecastle #salisburyhousedsm #maxwellman
Written by Cole Porter.Performed by Max Wellman & The Des Moines Big Band in November 2016 at Noce.
WEATHER NOTICE: Salisbury House & Gardens will be closed to the public Friday, January 15th, due to snow and blizzard conditions. The museum will reopen for tours on Saturday, January 16th, at 10:00 am. Thank you for you understanding and stay safe. #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines
We're excited to announce the BRAND NEW menu for our upcoming Tea at the Castle event happening February 13! What are you most looking forward to tasting?
Tickets are limited. Purchase yours today at: https://salisburyhouse.z2systems.com/np/clients/salisburyhouse/event.jsp?event=307&%20
#salisburyhousedsm #teaatthecastle #countryclubmarket #kettleblackteahouse #maxwellman
Thanks to Prairie Meadows' generous support, touring is free for homeschool families through the end of May 2021! Salisbury House has incorporated safety procedures to ensure your health and is a great educational tool for students K-12. Tours are available Wednesday - Sunday. To schedule, call 515-274-1777, or email, [email protected]. #salisburyhousedsm #homeschool #homeschooling #covidsafe Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel
Join us for an extra-special Tea at the Castle on February 13 as we celebrate Carl & Edith's Love Story, the original builders and owners of Salisbury House!
Pick up your tea kit at Salisbury and safely enjoy the virtual program from the comfort of your home. Tea kits include all the wonderful local teas, honey and flowers you've come to love. And this time, we've partnered with Country Club Market to bring you new and delicious bites to eat (menu coming soon!).
Visit our Tea at the Castle events page to learn more or purchase tickets by clicking the link below!
https://salisburyhouse.z2systems.com/np/clients/salisburyhouse/event.jsp?event=307&%20
The team here at Salisbury House & Gardens is delighted to announce that we were among the 267 cultural organizations to receive CARES funding through the Iowa Arts & Culture Recovery Program! This much-needed funding will assist with expenses incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic and ensure that we can continue to provide our community with arts, culture, and educational experiences. Thank you, Department of Cultural Affairs, Iowa Arts Council, and Governor Kim Reynolds. #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #iowaarts #fundiowaculturemakers #keepiowacreating
Happy New Year! From the staff here at Salisbury House & Gardens, thank you for your support during 2020 and we look forward to seeing you all in 2021. Best wishes for health and happiness! #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #historichouse #HappyNewYear2021
Happy New Year's Eve from Salisbury House & Gardens! Our new year wish is that your 2021 is full of good health, great people, lots of love, and laughter. #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #NewYear #2021
Ready to pop the question to your partner? Contact us to see how we can help you create the perfect engagement story! 💍🥂💕
Pictured is our very own curator @jaim3nicol3t and her fiancé @rutankevin! Congratulations! ♥️
#salisburyhousedsm #desmoinesiowa #engagement #wedding #housemuseum #love
From all of us at Salisbury House & Gardens, Merry Christmas! May your day be full of love and laughter. #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #merrychristmas #housemuseum
Happy throwback Thursday and Christmas Eve! Today we feature a photo from the archives depicting a 1960s school group visiting Salisbury House over the holidays. Salisbury House has been an educational resource for decades, and we welcome hundreds of students each year. To all of the educators, learners of all ages, and Salisbury House supporters, Happy Holidays! #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #seasonsgreetings #ThankATeacher
Salisbury House & Gardens will be closed Christmas Day. But don’t worry - we will be open Christmas Eve for tours at 10am, 11:15am, and 12:30pm! Call Taylor at 515.274.1777 to reserve you and your family’s spot.🎄salisburyhousedsm #hollyandivy #desmoines #iowa #housemuseum #holidayseasonlive
Holly & Ivy is one of Santa's favorite Salisbury House events, but he could not join in person due to the pandemic. To celebrate the season and share in the holiday magic, Santa reads "The Night Before Christmas" in the Salisbury House library. Holly & Ivy tickets are still available through January 2nd. Purchase yours now! #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #santaclauseiscomingtotown #holidayseason
Seasons Greetings! Today, we have a sweet holiday card from the Weeks men dating from the mid-1940s. This card features Carl, Lafayette, and William Weeks and reads, "Holiday Greetings from the three bachelors at Salisbury House - Carl, William & Lafe Weeks." #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #holidaygreetings #tistheseason
On this day in history, Lafayette Weeks participated in a Christmas Play! Pictured second to the left, Lafe played a boy doll in the play "The Rag Doll's Christmas Eve." #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #onlyiniowa #holidayseason
This holiday season, we need your help more than ever. Please consider a donation to Salisbury House & Garden's 2020 Annual Campaign.
https://salisburyhouse.org/donate.php #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #onlyiniowa #historichouse #seasonofgiving
On this day in history, The Des Moines Register featured Lafe Weeks skiing in the Society Club section - December 16, 1928. Look at that happy smile! #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #onlyiniowa #winterwonderland #thisdayinhistory
The incredibly talented Dueling Fiddles filmed their latest video, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies and Trepak Remix, right here at Salsibury House & Gardens! See the house in person, decorated for Holly & Ivy, Wednesday through Sunday during our timed tours at 12, 1:15, 2:30, 4:15, and 5:30. Call 515.274.1777 to purchase and reserve your spot today!
#salisburyhousedsm #duelingfiddles #vineproductions #housemuseum #holidaymusic #hollyandivy
Is it just us or does Salisbury look particularly beautiful covered in a blanket of snow? ❄️🤍
#salisburyhousedsm #housemuseum #historicalhome #desmoineiowa
Make sure to check out Salisbury House's Instagram and Facebook stories to see some cool, rarely seen house highlights! #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #onlyiniowa #historichouse #housemuseum
In 1923, construction was just beginning on Salisbury House. In this picture, dated December 8th, 1923, we see the Historic Garage's foundation and walls. What a stunning image! #salisburyhousedsm #thisdayinhistory #desmoines #onlyiniowa #historichouse
Happy Birthday, Evert (Hud) Weeks! Hud was born on December 6th, 1912, and was the third son of Carl and Edith. During his lifetime, Hud was passionate about swimming, sailing, and flying. In 1937, Hud won the Miami Regatta, and during WWII, he was ensigned with the Navy. Hud married Ellen (Nellie) Cooper in 1938, and they had two children, Cooper and Barbara. Happy Birthday!
#salisburyhousedsm #onlyiniowa #desmoines #historichouse #happybirthday
Santa isn’t able to attend Holly & Ivy this year but he did make a quick stop at Salisbury House to read his favorite book by the fire in the library! 🎅🏾🎄
Visit salisburyhouse.org to learn more about touring Salisbury (decorated for the holidays!) both virtually and in-person. #salisburyhouedsm #hollyandivy #holidays #housemuseum #desmoinesiowa
This #throwbackthursday we celebrate (belatedly) the birthday of Salisbury House visionary Carl Weeks! Born December 2nd, 1876, Carl was a pharmacist and cosmetic inventor. Picture below is Carl celebrating his 50th birthday in the newly built Salisbury House, complete with a cake featuring a miniature of the new home. Happy birthday Carl! #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #onlyiniowa #happybirthday
Join us December 4 through the 30 for Holly & Ivy, the utliamte home tour event! Purchase tickets and view the program virtually or come see the Salisbury House in person via timed ticketed entry. Visit salisburyhouse.org today! #salisburyhousedsm #hollyandivy #holidays #desmoinesiowa
Oh, don’t mind us. We’re just over here swooning, remembering the beautiful moody lighting and crisp gorgeous leaves at Sarah and Andrew’s mid-October wedding.💕🍂
#salisburyhouseandgardens #wedding #love #weddingphotography#weddinginspiration #housemuseum #desmoines #iowa 📸: @annajon.es
Salisbury House will be closed Saturday, November 28th, through Thursday, December 3rd, to decorate for Holly & Ivy. Make sure to join us on December 4th - 31st for the holiday decoration event of the season! Tickets available online or over the phone. #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #onlyiniowa #winterwonderland
Less than 20 tickets remain for the December 12th Tea at the Castle event! Get yours at salisburyhouse.org or by calling 515-274-1777. #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #onlyiniowa #historichouse #teatime
Here at Salisbury House & Gardens, we are thankful to our community for the support and love received during the 2020 year. From the staff at Salisbury House & Gardens, thank you and have a happy Thanksgiving! #salisburyhousedsm #desmoines #onlyiniowa #historichouse #thankfulforyou
Do you know about our two-for-one Holly & Ivy tickets? There are only 30 tickets remaining for the holiday home tour event that include BOTH the virtual program AND a one-time admittance into the decorated Salisbury House!
Don't wait! After these are sold, tickets must be purchased individually. Visit salisburyhouse.org to get yours today!
Join us as we talk about Salisbury House & Gardens upcoming Holly & Ivy semi-virtual event! December 4-30. Tickets are going fast so visit salisburyhouse.org to purchase tickets today! #salisburyhousedsm #housemuseum #hollyandivy
Salisbury House will be closed for tours from Monday, November 23rd through Thursday, December 3rd, for Holly & Ivy decorating! The house will reopen on Friday, December 4th. Make sure to get your Holly & Ivy tickets today! #salisburyhousedsm #historichouse #housemuseum #desmoines #onlyiniowa #happyholidays
We’re obsessed with this shot, this room, and this couple! 💕
👏🏽👏🏽 @annajon.es for always capturing beautiful little moments at Salisbury. #salisburyhousedsm #weddings #housemuseum #desmoines
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As we come to the end of #NationalVolunteer week, we want to thank our volunteers who lend their time to support a historical and cultural resource in their community.
Visit us this weekend during our new winter hours. Winter hours are 12pm to 4pm, Thursday through Sunday, with guided tours at 1:30pm running until March 1st. For more information on museum hours, events and guided tours visit our website at www.salisburyhouse.org. #salisburyhousedsm
Looking back on all the 2019 memories we are so thankful for the support we received through donations, ticket sales, tours, private events or donations of time and talent. We could not exist without the support of our community, visitors and volunteers. Many great moments were had in 2019. Cheers to 2020!
The holiday celebrations continued at Salisbury House this evening with a beautiful performance by the @dmgaymenschorus. Thank you to everyone who joined us for our annual holiday concert. #salisburyhousedsm #holidayseason
The perfect setting for tonight’s holiday concert with the @dmgaymenschorus performing. #salisburyhousedsm #holidayseason
As we come to the end of #NationalVolunteerWeek we want to thank our volunteers who lend their time to support a historical and cultural resource in their community. To join our amazing team of volunteers please call 515-274-1777.
Salisbury House is closed today and tomorrow with winter hours starting in January. Winter hours are Thursday through Sunday from noon to 4 pm with guided tours at 1:30 pm each day. Have a safe and happy NYE!
Thank you Van and Bonnie at WHO Radio for having us on today to talk about our annual Holly & Ivy event going on this Friday and Saturday. It’s always fun being on your show!
We still have goosebumps from last night's Winifred M. Kelly Music Series event. Thank you to all that attended and thank you to the Iowa State University Department of Music and Theatre for a fantastic performance. Be sure to watch for more events at the Salisbury House and Gardens on our page and website.
Tomorrow is Mysteries of the Castle!! Join us for this fun children’s event and enter for a chance to win one of these freaky spectacular balloon hats provided by Nobbies in Clive! Your Halloween costume could be complete! Due to the weather all activites will be held inside the historic mansion. Tickets are $5; children ages 2 and under are FREE. Tickets are available at the door!
Don’t miss your chance to view Iowa Public Television’s brief documentary about Vincent Price’s visit to Salisbury House in 1982. The film contains vintage footage of some of Price’s horror films and footage of him literally inside of Salisbury House. The documentary can be watched on a regular tour through the end of the month.
This month we have series of “spooky books” on display in the Library. These books include an edition of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein,” The Works of Edgar Allan Poe, Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,” and a book of Witchcraft, Magic, & Alchemy. You can see them during a regular guided tour of Salisbury House through the end of the month. #HappyHalloween 🎃
Sneaking up on a family of butterflies and a some bees in a flower bed. These butterflies are called painted ladies. They look similar to monarch butterflies but vary more in color and pattern on their ventral side. They have spots of orange, white, black, brown, and taupe. They are some of our most common visitors this time of year. 🦋🐝
Good morning, September ⛅️
Don't miss your chance to see the exhibit, Lillian Genth: "For the Good of My Soul" in The Garage. This exhibit displays the entire collection of paintings by Lillian Genth in the Salisbury House Permanent Collection. It is accessible on a regular tour of the house through Sunday, August 20.
TONIGHT check out the opening reception of our latest art exhibit, Lillian Genth: "For the Good of My Soul" in The Garage from 5:30-7:30 pm. It's FREE to attend. #ArtWeekDSM
Salisbury House's Curator & Chief Historian, Megan Stout Sibbel gives us a sneak peek 👀 into what we can see on our next Treasures Tour coming up on Tuesday, May 23. You won't want to miss this exclusive tour! Get your tickets today: http://bit.ly/2qwerii
Des Moines Art Center Print Club
4700 Grand AveSteven Vail Fine Arts - Project Room DM
1501 Walnut StreetAnderson Gallery, Drake University
1310 25th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50311Anderson Gallery, Drake University
1310 25th St.Raccoon Valley Centre for the Arts / www.RVCA
Urbandale 50322