Get acquainted with the region’s rich and varied history by exploring the places below. TO DO The places below will give you a broad exposure to the region’s rich history. German-American Heritage Center (Davenport), River, Prairie, & People exhibit at the Putnam Museum (Davenport), Palmer Mansion and Palmer Museum (Davenport), Colonel Davenport House (Rock Island Arsenal), [...]
Quad Cities Family Weekend
The Quad Cities offer a range of activities for families with children of any age, or so I’m told. I don’t have children (other than that silly inner child of mine), so I’m making my best guess here. Let me know if you have better ideas. TO DO Get on the river, play in a [...]
Quad Cities Cultural Weekend
Spend a weekend exploring the cultural attractions in the Quad Cities, sampling the region’s good food, fine museums, and excellent locally-brewed beer. TO DO The museums are cool, but I suggest branching out and experiencing something different. Figge Art Museum (Davenport), Chocolate Manor (Bettendorf), Bucktown Center for the Arts (Davenport), River Music Experience (Davenport), FOOD Taste the [...]
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“…author Dean Klinkenberg equips readers with the knowledge they need to make the most of their visit. ‘Driftless Area Travel Guide’ is a must for any Mississippi traveler.”
–The Midwest Book Review, January 2011.
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–Joe Holleman, St. Louis Post-Dispatch. March 28, 2010
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–Nick Bergus, The Iowan. July/August 2010
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“If you are planning to take the Great River Road along the Mississippi River…be sure to take along these new travel guides by Dean Klinkenberg… Actually, the books are entertaining to read without leaving your chair.”
–Becky Sisco, Big River Magazine, Jan/Feb 2010.
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Thanks for the great writing.
–Don Staats, Onalaska, Wisconsin
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