The Des Moines Art Center has received a $113,000 Legacy Grant from Prairie Meadows that will support a campaign to conserve and protect sculptures in the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park over the next three years. The effort will begin with conservation work on Nomade, the sculpture by Jaume Plensa that creates a person’s silhouette out of white letters, as well as security enhancements and accessibility improvements in the park. Nomade will be temporarily removed for the conservation work and return in spring 2026. “Since 2009, the Pappajohn Sculpture Park has welcomed more than 3.2 million visitors, transforming the Western Gateway into one of the nation’s premier outdoor art destinations. The park is where visitors from the city and far beyond join together – a shared space that feels like home. … Thanks to Prairie Meadows’ leadership and commitment, we can ensure this beloved space remains welcoming and inspiring for generations to come,” Kelly Baum, John and Mary Pappajohn director and CEO of the Des Moines Art Center, said in a prepared statement.