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Museum focuses on German immigration to the Quad Cities. Learn about the experiences of the immigrants and their contributions to the development of the area.

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

Swing of the Quad Cities Baseball

Minor league baseball at the historic John O'Donnell Stadium in downtown Davenport. Enjoy 70 home games during the 2005 season.

Davenport, IA

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

Monticello Aquatic Center

Zero-depth entry pool with six lap lanes. Diving boards, waterslide, wading pool, concessions, sand play area....

Wapsi Oaks Country Club

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

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Take a historic and natural journey on the Mighty Mississippi. Five large aquariums and other exhibits let you get face to fa...

National Motorcycle Museum

More than 180 rare and vintage motorcycles dating back to 1903 on display, along with thousands of photos and motorcycle memo...

Wapsipinicon Country Club

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