Des Moines Stories is a free storytelling platform that publishes original long-form narratives about the neighborhoods, businesses, history, and people of Des Moines, Iowa. It covers 19 neighborhoods and features over 160 stories organized into six editorial series.
Des Moines Stories is a free storytelling platform that publishes original long-form narratives about the neighborhoods, businesses, history, and people of Des Moines, Iowa. It covers 19 neighborhoods and features over 160 stories organized into six editorial series.
Visit the Neighborhoods page at des-moinesai.com/neighborhoods to browse all 19 covered areas including Downtown, East Village, Sherman Hill, Drake, Beaverdale, Valley Junction, and more. Each neighborhood page includes a collection of stories, historical context, and a timeline of key events.
Yes. Des Moines Stories accepts community submissions through the Share Your Story page at des-moinesai.com/submit. You can write about a neighborhood memory, a local business, a historical event, or any personal connection to Des Moines. Submissions are reviewed by the editorial team before publication.