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Museum plan questioned as space shortfall looms
Iowa officials reaffirm plans for a new state historical museum near the Capitol as Adrian Anderson warns the 84 000 square foot design lacks adequate office work space and storage. The $15 million project relies on a $5 million Herrick bequest and private funds with major decisions deferred until full funding is secured.
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Judy Daubenmie
Gazette Des Moines Bureau
Des Moines
Statehouse
Adrian Anderson
Iowa Historical Department
Capitol Planning Commission
Anderson
Glenn G. Herrick
Commission
Glenn Brockett
Marshalltown
Archives and Historical Library
Brackett
Historical Department
Iowa Historical Foundation
Stan McCausland
General Services
Herrick