Colonel Davenport House
Hillman Avenue , Rock Island, IL 61204
Historic Sites
The Colonel Davenport House, located on Arsenal Island, is the oldest residence in the Quad Cities
Guided tours of this furnished home will reveal interesting facts about Quad Cities' history and the tragic ending for Colonel Davenport. Open May through October, on Thursday through Sunday, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The house was built in 1833 on Arsenal Island by George Davenport for his family. Many famous people visited and stayed at the home throughout its history as a residence.
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