General Info

The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs is administered by the state government of Iowa. The department is responsible for the development of the state s art, history and cultural heritage. The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs division, Iowa Arts Council, promotes policies and viewpoints that benefit art throughout the state. Its other division, the State Historical Society of Iowa, is responsible for the identification, collection, preservation and management of the state s historical resources. The department provides various historical buildings on rent to the general public, businesses and other state agencies. The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs also maintains facilities for hosting conferences, meetings, parties, seminars and music festivals.