March 28, 2024

High Lakes Youth Leadership Group visit Secretary of State’s office

DES MOINES – Students of the High Lakes Youth Leadership Group, from Afton and Creston toured the historic office of Secretary of State Paul Pate at the Iowa State Capitol in January.

They were provided an informational tour of the office by Secretary Paul Pate’s staff, which included examining the original handwritten Iowa Constitution, exploring the capitol’s three-story vault and learning about the rich architectural history of the Iowa Secretary of State’s Capitol Office.

“Iowa has one of the most impressive state capitols in the country,” Pate said. “It is a historical treasure all Iowans should visit.”

The Secretary's Capitol Office is open for public tours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays, separate from or in conjunction with a State Capitol Tour. Visit www.sos.iowa.gov for more information.