Salisbury House Foundation is pleased to present Night at the Museum, an exclusive collections exhibit and reception that will be held on August 24 from 5:30-8:00 pm.
Travel the world without leaving Des Moines! For one night only, marvel at rarely-seen treasures from around the world from the Salisbury House permanent collection. Guests will enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, live music, and a self-guided tour of Salisbury House that includes access to the mysterious underground tunnel, the Indian Room, and the historic Library.
Exclusive artifacts on exhibit will include:
• The famous Shrunken Heads from Jivaro tribe of South America
• Medieval manuscripts
• Antique European firearms and swords
• Native American artifacts
• Buddhist statuary from Tibet