Salisbury House & Gardens

 Des Moines     Iowa

http://www.salisburyhouse.org     << visit website

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Salisbury House & Gardens Charity Profile

A 42-room architectural wonder built between 1923 and 1928 by pioneer cosmetics magnate, Carl Weeks and his wife Edith modeled the House after King's House in Salisbury England. They moved into the House with their four sons in December, 1926.The Foundation's stated mission for the House: To preserve, interpret, and share the international significance of Salisbury House and its collections as a historic house museum for the educational and cultural benefit and enjoyment of the public. Today, great progress has made based on a master plan for extensive renovation and repair of the House. The House's staff, Board of Directors and many supporters work toward the completion of the restoration of the House, while offering a broad range of programming and events that demonstrate the goals of the Mission.