Last week we wrote about Des Moines’ historic Argonne Armory and City Hall buildings soon becoming vacant and asked for your ideas for their reuse.
“My idea for the development and use of the building: McMenamins Hotel.
- Hotel: check!
- Brewery on site: check!
- Live music: yes!
- Soaking tub: usually
- Movie theater: usually
- Bowling: sometimes
- Frisbee golf: usually
Each one was different and they were very cool places to hang with friends. Felt like adult camp. If I win the lottery, I’ll do it!” — Amber Graeber, DSM
“I would love to see the Armory become a public market! Please please please! I think it’s the perfect spot for something like that,” — Deana Bennett, DSM…