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“one of the most unusual museums”
The Glore Psychiatric Museum chronicles the 130-year history of what was once known as the State Lunatic Asylum No. 2. The Museum uses full-sized replicas, interactive displays, audio-visuals, artifacts, and documents to illustrate the history of the treatment of mental illness. The museum is recognized as one of the 50 most unusual Museums in the country. It is also featured in the book 1,000 Places to See Before You Die in the USA and Canada.
This a nice little history complex. Several museum areas - not just the psychiatric museum. Worth the time spent seeing all of the exhibits in each of the museum areas. Staff helpful and... Read more
We were on our drive to Des Moines and this was on our way. I love everything medical so decided to stop by. This place is in front of the psychiatric facility and next to a prison. It's not very... Read more
Wow- what a great museum! I am a therapist so I find the history of treating those with mental illnesses so intriguing.... Read more
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Glore Psychiatric Museum
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- Sun - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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