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 SitesTour 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 HomesFormerly the Davenport Museum of Art, the Figge Art Museum is housed in a new facility overlooking the Mississippi River. Regionalist, Haitian, Mexican Colonial, American, and contemporary art collections, along with extensive traveling exhibit schedule. Restaurant, museum store.
Davenport, IA MuseumsHistoric 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 GardensHistoric Mississippi River neighborhood with shopping, art, cafes, special street and park events.
Davenport, IA ShoppesHistoric stone building on the prison grounds displays artifacts and historical information about Iowa's largest correctional...
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Permanent exhibits feature Mississippi River history and natural environments of the region as well as worldwide cultures. Ch...
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The Welcome Center is located high on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. Center features a scenic overlook, Iowa gift...