# DSM Public Art > Interactive guide to public art in Greater Des Moines, Iowa. (iPhone/iPad app by Elsewise LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dsm-public-art/id492276069 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Elsewise LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/397678252) - Category: Education, Travel - Price: Free - Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 18.0 · 459 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2012-01-06 - Data updated: 2026-07-23 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dsm-public-art/id492276069/reviews.md ## What is DSM Public Art? DSM PUBLIC ART 4.0 – This app offers a fantastic experience to engage and inspire you with the best of public art in Greater Des Moines, Iowa. Searching for art in public spaces? Or, perhaps you're curious about a sculpture or mural that you pass by? This interactive, multimedia application provides a self-guided tour of public art throughout the Greater Des Moines area. By exploring, you will discover the bold and distinctive styles of public art by artists from around the world. You will be introduced to a visual library that you can search by artist, title or location. GPS tracking and detailed maps will lead you to historically venerated artists such as Edwin Blashfield, Stuart Davis, Arnaldo Pomodoro, and Henry Moore; Pop artists Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen; Abstract artists Ellsworth Kelly, Sol LeWitt, James Rosati, and Joel Shapiro. You can discover works integrated into a particular site by artists Kerry James Marshall, Jun Kaneko, and Alice Aycock; and experience new murals by Thomas Agran, Ricardo Gonzalez aka “It’s a Living,” Van Holmgren, and Leon Keer. The points on the map correspond to a wide selection of public artworks within and outside the City of Des Moines. * Tap any point to read detailed information. * See quality images of public art, including high-resolution photos for iPads with Retina display * Zoom into particular areas, such as the Principal Riverwalk, State Capitol Grounds, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, or see a wide view of the entire city and environs. * Learn about installed art, as well as new initiatives. * Find the name of the artwork, year completed, medium or materials, the artist’s background, description of work, artist comments, and who commissioned the work. * Link to more artist information on the web. * Share your experiences via email, text message, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and other apps and social media. For more information, please visit the Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation website: http://www.dsmpublicartfoundation.org/ ## Key features - Interactive public art map - Self-guided tours - Artist and artwork information - GPS navigation - High-resolution images - Social sharing ## Recent user reviews (5 of 5) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dsm-public-art/id492276069/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Great App!!!! *2014-07-13* Beautiful app with lots of information about local public art in Des Moines, Iowa. The interface is very user friendly and the aesthetic is simple and elegant. This app is a MUST have for any (public) art fan and/or Des Moines resident ### 5/5 — Showcases Des Moines Sculpture Scene! *2013-03-02* This app is really useful. If I'm out on a walk or bike ride around downtown Des Moines and want to know more about a piece of sculpture, this app has all the info I need. A few weeks ago I was showing some out of town friends around and quickly went to this app to see who the artist was as my friend thought a similar piece was in downtown Dallas, Texas. This app had all the info we needed. ### 5/5 — Art is all around you. *2012-10-13* YES! Gotta find that room of red light one of these days. All the rumors are true! ### 5/5 — Love it *2012-03-03* Great app!! ### 5/5 — Great guide to DM art! *2012-01-09* Very handy for checking out art when you are on the go. ## Frequently asked questions about DSM Public Art ### What is DSM Public Art? DSM Public Art is an interactive, multimedia application that provides a self-guided tour of public art throughout the Greater Des Moines area. It allows users to discover and learn about sculptures, murals, and other art installations. ### What kind of information does DSM Public Art provide about artworks? For each artwork, you can find the name, year completed, medium, artist's background, a description of the work, artist comments, and commissioning party. You can also link to more artist information online. ### Can I use DSM Public Art to find specific art locations? Yes, the app features GPS tracking and detailed maps that will lead you to various public art pieces within and outside the City of Des Moines. You can tap any point on the map to read detailed information. ### Does DSM Public Art offer offline access? The provided data does not specify whether DSM Public Art offers offline access. It is recommended to check the app's store listing or contact the developer for this information. ### How often is DSM Public Art updated? The latest version of DSM Public Art is 4.1.1, and it was last updated on November 12, 2025. This suggests regular updates to enhance the user experience and add new content. ### What devices support DSM Public Art? DSM Public Art is supported on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to offer high-resolution images, including for iPads with Retina display. ### What is the age rating for DSM Public Art? DSM Public Art has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the nature of some artistic content or the app's features for sharing. ### Can I share my discoveries from DSM Public Art? Yes, you can share your experiences with public art via email, text message, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and other apps and social media directly from the application. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.1.1 — 2025-11-12 Now featuring an augmented reality experience of the new mural by Leon Keer, with updated photos. Version 4 is an all new experience of public art in Des Moines! Featuring updated art and artists, a news tab to keep up on our blog, and improved search. This update modernizes the app with a brand new design for the most recent versions of iOS. ### 4.1.0 — 2025-10-20 Now featuring an augmented reality experience of the new mural by Leon Keer. Version 4 is an all new experience of public art in Des Moines! Featuring updated art and artists, a news tab to keep up on our blog, and improved search. This update modernizes the app with a brand new design for the most recent versions of iOS. ### 4.0.0 — 2025-10-13 An all new experience of public art in Des Moines! Featuring updated art and artists, a news tab to keep up on our blog, and improved search. This update modernizes the app with a brand new design for the most recent versions of iOS. ### 2.2.0 — 2018-08-02 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. This update includes layout improvements for newer devices, and other minor bug fixes. ### 2.1.0 — 2016-09-21 This update contains general improvements, additional explanations of location use, and bug fixes. ## Apps similar to DSM Public Art | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [West Des Moines Public Library](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/west-des-moines-public-library/id1551701448) | — | Free | Education | | [Project Des Moines](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/project-des-moines/id1487206805) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Education | | [Google Arts & Culture](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-arts-and-culture/id1050970557) | 4.7 (133,541) | Free | Education | | [Lutheran Church of Hope](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lutheran-church-of-hope/id1132723209) | 4.8 (31) | Free | Education | ## More apps by Elsewise LLC - [Public Art PDX](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/public-art-pdx/id416967691) - [PDX Social History Guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdx-social-history-guide/id737566738) All apps by Elsewise LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/397678252 ## Related topics [dsm public art](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dsm-public-art) · [public art](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/public-art) · [public art pdx](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/public-art-pdx) · [public square](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/public-square) · [des moines parent](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/des-moines-parent) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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