The tour was a little long, but it was free and a lot of the info was very interesting. It was neat…read moreto learn about the Deere family. The houses (you go in two different ones) are both very elegant and ornate. It's worth checking out if you're in the Moline area, but probably not very exciting for kids.

A stunning example of turn of the century luxury that has been preserved! Went here for a business…read moremeeting, actually the Butterworth center, and was just in awe. We kinda got lost initially and walked over to the Deere mansion. Wow, just walking around the perimeter was beautiful with a million dollar view of the river and a porch that encompassed the entire back exterior and was enclosed!! The grounds are meticulously kept down to the coach house.... After finding out that our meeting was at the Butterworth center across the street I was a little disappointed because I really wanted to explore the interior of the manse. When I heard 'center' I thought, oh great, some crappy new construction pole barn/building where everything smells new and is beige..... To my surprise, the Butterworth center is actually ANOTHER mansion that was owned by the daughter of John Deere and her husband. We didn't know where we were going and that was really great because we walked down what I can only assume to be a private entrance for carriages and now cars.....alright....here we go!! Entered in through clear glass doors with gorgeous wrought iron detailing that made me weak...then in front of me....an actual coat room. Yes, a room for coats. Just coats, with built in racks and a marble top dresser for ancillary details (I assume). My thoughts immediately went to the naughty things that may have occurred there over the years.... But I digress....I walked up one flight of stairs that were protected with gorgeous persian rugs to find a floor that was converted into a meeting center with banquet chairs hiding the true glory of what looked to be an entire floor of a parlor. Kept walking to the back of the room where I found the diagonal parque oak floor and a baby grand piano that was anything but 'baby'...... Not sure if I was to be exploring as much as I did but it was fun to imagine living there and the grand parties they had. Our meeting was REALLY in the carriage house behind the lovely gardens. That was nice, it was obviously partially a horse stable complete with hay loft, that had been updated and modernized with coats of white paint and cheap dry wall.... I like old things I guess. After our meeting we ate lunch in the gardens and we were lucky enough to be able to speak with a gardener who had done her internship at the estate. She gave detailed explanations of the flower beds and some secrets I can't divulge.... Not sure what type of events they host here on a regular basis but it sure has a grand feeling with enough space for your guests to mix and mingle in a professional setting yet has enough whimsy to feel festive!

Andrew's Place -- 1920s 3BR Period Home with matching Period Appropriate Decór + Garden Walks…read more Step into a lovingly preserved 1920-built Rock Island home filled with period décor--right down to the china and dishware--plus modern comfort like air conditioning for humid Midwest summers. A beautiful, quiet garden/park setting makes it easy to unwind. Andrew's Place is a three-bedroom, one-bath vacation rental in Rock Island, Illinois, designed for guests who appreciate historic character and thoughtful details. The home is decorated with authentic period pieces, and even the table settings match the era--creating a warm, immersive experience without feeling museum-stuffy. Outside, you'll find a beautiful garden/park area that's perfect for a peaceful stroll or a quiet morning coffee. And when the weather turns hot and humid, the air conditioning makes the house a true refuge. What we loved: * 1920s character with carefully curated period furnishings * Period-appropriate china & dishware (a rare, special touch) * Quiet garden/park walks right on the property/nearby * Air conditioning (a must in summer humidity) * Amazingly friendly staff who make everything easy Notes: * Bedrooms: 3 * Bathrooms: 1 * A/C: Yes * Style: Historic/period-decor A perfect 1920s time capsule--without sacrificing comfort Andrew's Place was an absolute gem in Rock Island. The home was built in 1920, and the owners/staff have leaned into that history in the best possible way--the décor is filled with period pieces, and even the china and dishware are era-appropriate. It feels special the moment you walk in. We also loved the beautiful garden/park setting--it's quiet, calming, and perfect for a peaceful walk. And the staff truly stood out: genuinely welcoming, responsive, and incredibly friendly. One more thing worth calling out: the air conditioning was essential during our stay because it was hot and very humid, and it made the house comfortable the whole time. We'd happily stay again and recommend it to anyone who appreciates historic character, thoughtful details, and a serene place to recharge.

This library is fine. It lacks cool events like a magician, animal handler or music which it has…read morehad in the past but not lately. Most library employees are nice. It has a few paintings on some walls but if it wants art, it should have more. The cafe has some good food and has seemingly changed five times over the last decade. The best things to buy are tea and sandwiches. Any desert isn't very good. This library has Nintendo Switch, Xbox one, Playstation 4 video games. Books, magazines, blurays, dvds, graphic novels. It has some chairs next to book shelves to sit on. It doesn't have a lot of fun or cool activities lately.

This is my favorite library in the Quad Cities. I enjoy sitting upstairs by the windows and…read morereading. They have a good selection of books--if they don't carry it, delivery is quick from another library. I like their large print section and the coffee shop downstairs is cute. Plus, they regularly hold local elections, which is handy and I appreciate.

More like City Hell…read more Actually there's nothing hellish about Davenport, or this gorgeous, massive, grand structure that towers over the downtown area hauntingly, reminding me of some of the great buildings of Toledo in Spain, among other places. It's one of many standout structures in the downtown area of this great and underappreciated city.

Viola police department... well if you can call it a department. One officer that works 40 hours a…read moreweek. He is a good guy and will keep the streets sage if he is on duty. Otherwise Viola relies on the county sheriff's department.

Iowa DOT has really upped their game. I was called before my scheduled appointment time. I had…read morepleasant chit chat with the worker. I paid and was out. Total time was less than 10 minutes from the time I walked through the door.

It was hard sitting waiting for 1 1/2 hours in very uncomfortable chairs, but sit next to someone…read morewho you can strike up a good conversation with. Or bring a book while you wait, it can take quite some time. Driver's license price went way up, & frankly I didn't like the price. I'm not living here for the next 6-8 yrs! We should have a choice. 4-5 yr. license perhaps. I had to laugh, when you see people coming out of the place as you walk in, you see them walking very fast, like they've just been released! LOL. I think they're glad to be done getting their license & free :-)

Since I can not find any place on how to contact you I have to use this forum to let you know that…read moretoday's closing of the Eastern branch is NOT acceptable. You did not even place a notice on the entrance door that you were closed due to an all included staff meeting and you still could have achieved this meeting by leaving the doors open and placing a sign by the check out desk stating that nobody would be able to assist due to the very important staff meeting or by sending out an E-Mail to all your users. Thank you

The Eastern Avenue branch of Davenport's library is impressive for a number of reasons…read more The building is super green (environmentally, not color-wise). It earned a Silver LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification for the innovative ways it uses less energy and water as well as energy efficient lighting and building materials. It's spacious and open. even in the stacks you never feel cramped or oppressed by the tall shelves of books. The coffee shop/bookstore off the lobby is great for a quick snack (but we'll talk about that in its own review). The adult sections are great, but their children's section is awesome. Board books are organized by author, but shelved in low-slung shelving units so little eyes can see them and little hands can select them with ease. Tables are height appropriate for little ones and the large stuffed animals are a hit too. Finally, the children's programing is great as well. Weekly (and sometimes twice-weekly) story times for three different age groups (babies, toddlers, and preschool) as well as many programs for school-aged kids make the library a fun and interesting place for kids to visit and a partner with parents who want to instill a love of books and reading in their children.