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 SitesPermanent exhibits feature Mississippi River history and natural environments of the region as well as worldwide cultures. Changing exhibits, museum store, and 3D IMAX Theater.
Davenport, IA MuseumsTour 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 HomesAnnual and perennial flowers and vegetables, prairie grasses and wildflowers, water gardens, waterfalls, and ornamental plant...
The Spirit of Dubuque, Iowa's only authentic paddlewheeler, offers daily sightseeing cruises, luncheon and dinner cruises. Op...
Replica of old fashioned schoolhouse, complete with a bell to ring and authentic furnishings. Enjoy picnic area and playgrou...
The renovated Hotel Williams, built in 1874, features a display of pharmaceutical items, an old-fashioned ice cream parlor an...
Also known as the pope's church, this fine example of true medieval Gothic architecture was designated a basilica in 1956. Ho...