Let’s Bring Japanese Hanami to Des Moines
Matthew von Schenkel Matthew von Schenkel

Let’s Bring Japanese Hanami to Des Moines

In Japan, the early spring is celebrated when flowering cherry trees bloom. This is called Hanami. Given that Iowa is sister state to Yamanashi Prefecture in Japan, is this a practice that could benefit us here?

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Series : Return to the Palace On Walnut Street
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Historic Places, Landmarks, History Matthew von Schenkel Hotel Fort Des Moines, Historic Places, Landmarks, History Matthew von Schenkel

Series : Return to the Palace On Walnut Street

Mr. Hidden shares some background on the recently reopened Hotel Fort Des Moines in Downtown Des Moines, Iowa. Managed under the Hilton umbrella and owned by Hawkeye Hotels of Coralville, this property is the premier example of historic rehabilitation in the state of Iowa.

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