Annual Historic Home Tour:
A neighborhood tradition for over 28 years.
About the Tour
Every September, River Bend opens its doors for a self-guided walking tour of some of the most beautifully preserved homes in Des Moines. The tour showcases architectural gems dating back to the 1870s, giving visitors the chance to step inside homes and businesses across the district, see ongoing renovations and restorations, and appreciate the work of the architects who shaped our neighborhood.
The Home Tour is the River Bend Neighborhood Association’s primary fundraiser, and all proceeds support our year-round community activities and improvements.
The tour typically runs from 10 AM to 4 PM on a Saturday and Sunday in September, rain or shine. Tour booklets are available at the ticket booth on the day of the event, and a courtesy shuttle is available during the tour (capacity is limited).
Check back in the spring for details on the upcoming tour, or subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to know when tickets go on sale.
Volunteer
The Home Tour is run entirely by volunteers. Help make this community event a success by signing up for a shift. Volunteers receive one free ticket for each shift worked.
When volunteer signups open for the upcoming tour, we’ll post the link here and share it in our newsletter.
Our Sponsors
We are grateful to our sponsors for making the Home Tour possible each year. If you or your business would like to sponsor the tour, we’d love to hear from you.
