Mainframe Studios

is Open Daily:

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Plan Your Visit

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    Our Galleries

    Of Mainframe Studios’ five stories, four floors have dedicated gallery spaces. Located on floors 1-4 our gallery spaces rotate their exhibitions monthly.

  • A picture of the side of Mainframe Studios. The exterior is painted brightly in reds, oranges, blues, and yellows.

    FAQs

    Do you have a question? Go to our FAQs for the answers to all our frequently asked questions. If you cannot find what you’re looking for contact us!

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    Guided Tours

    You are welcome to come do a self-guided tour whenever the building is open. If you would like a guided tour we ask you schedule those ahead of time.

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    Building Maps

    With five floors of studios, gallery spaces, and restrooms navigating Mainframe Studios can seem daunting, but with our building maps and directories it is easy to find where you are looking for.

  • Image of Mainframe Studios with Des Moines Sky Line in the evening.

    Directions & Parking

    Is it your first time at Mainframe Studios? Review our Directions & Parking information to help make your trip run smoothly. Additional parking has been added for our First Friday events a well.

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    Workshops

    Looking to get more hands on? Sign up for one of our artists’ workshops! Our artists provide a variety of options for all ages to explore and grow their artistic abilities.