Gingerbread Architecture Workshop

Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025 11:00 a.m.

Location: Des Moines Heritage Center, 120 E 5th St, 50309

Event Information

Description

Bring your family, friends, grandkids or co-workers and get ready to design, build and decorate your own gingerbread creation — architect-style! Guided by local architect and longtime IAF volunteer Tom Wollan, AIA, participants will learn fun principles of design and construction while assembling a festive gingerbread house. This hands-on workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a budding builder or simply love a creative holiday project, you’ll leave with new design inspiration — and a sweet masterpiece to take home.

Registration Details:

• $50 per gingerbread house (registration covers up to 4 people working as a group).
• Solo registrations also welcome. 
• Hot chocolate and cookies included!
• All workshop materials are provided.

Neighborhoods

Historic East Village

Host Organization

Iowa Architectural Foundation

Website

https://GingerbreadArch.eventbrite.com

Pricing Information

$50

Contact

Laura Porter
director@iowaarchfoundation.org