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 SitesHistoric 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 GardensMinor league baseball at the historic John O'Donnell Stadium in downtown Davenport. Enjoy 70 home games during the 2005 season.
Davenport, IATour 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 HomesHistoric Mississippi River neighborhood with shopping, art, cafes, special street and park events....
Tour guides recall the army fort construction that brought George Davenport to Rock Island on the Mississippi (now home to th...
State wildlife area offers 1,387 acres of forest and tallgrass prairie along the Mississippi River. Designated watchable wild...
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Self-guided tour of this historic site. Open houses during Strawberry Festival in June and Harvest Tour in fall....