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Tour guides recall the army fort construction that brought George Davenport to Rock Island on the Mississippi (now home to the Rock Island Arsenal) in 1816. Davenport developed a prosperous fur trade with local American Indians and in 1833 constructed the Federal-style mansion that is the centerpiece of the present-day museum site. New fur trade exhibit.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Schuetzen Park Historic Site

This site holds many special memories for generations of local German-Americans and other area residents. In 1870, the Davenport Schützengesellschaft (later called the Schützen Verein) created this "Schützenpark"

Davenport, IA Historic Sites

Village of East Davenport

Historic Mississippi River neighborhood with shopping, art, cafes, special street and park events.

Davenport, IA Shoppes

Colonel Davenport

Tour guides recall the army fort construction that brought George Davenport to Rock Island on the Mississippi (now home to the Rock Island Arsenal) in 1816. Davenport developed a prosperous fur trade with local American Indians and in 1833

Davenport, IA Historic Homes


Vander Veer Botanical Park

Historic botanical park with conservatory and growing house, outdoor gardens, fountains, and sculpture. Nationally recognized rose garden and Hosta Glade, and the largest public rose garden in the Quad Cities. Admission fee for conservatory only.

Davenport, IA Botanical Gardens

Things to do near Davenport, IA

Springbrook Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Dubuque River Rides

The Spirit of Dubuque, Iowa's only authentic paddlewheeler, offers daily sightseeing cruises, luncheon and dinner cruises. Op...

Starlighters II Theatre

Founded in 1874, Starlighters II Theatre produces musicals, comedies and dramas throughout the year. Studio and youth theater...

Family Museum

Hands-on museum with interactive exhibits for children and families. Touch a tornado; make a cloud ring; hop through a rabbit...

Timberline Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...