Population (2010) Unincorporated Introduction Wacouta is a small residential community with a number of lakefront homes and not much for a visitor to do, other than gawk at the big homes. History Wacouta was settled nearly as early as Red Wing. George Bullard arrived in
Population (2010) 999 Introduction Lansing is a consummate river town, with an economy that has historically, for better or worse, been dependent upon the Mississippi River. Even if the Lansing of today has fewer people making a living from river-related jobs, the Mississippi remains central to the town’s identity.
In 1835, the Illinois state legislature bought 62 acres to create a seat of government for Rock Island County. The area, located between 10th and 17th Streets in modern-day Rock Island, was platted into 20 blocks and named after Colonel Benjamin Stephenson in honor of his service in the Black Hawk War. An effort to name
Farnhamsburg was among the first settlements along the Illinois bank of the Mississippi River. Named after Russell Farnham, George Davenport's partner in the fur trading business, the village was founded in 1831, centered around 30th Street and 4th Avenue in modern-day Rock Island. Farnhamsburg became the county seat after winning a contested election with Hampton (read more about it
Population (2010) 99,685 Introduction Davenport is an old river town that has been a central cog in the region's life since it was founded. It's a fun place to visit, with plenty to do and a beautiful and easy to get to riverfront. Give yourself at least a couple of
Population (2010) Unincorporated Visitor Information Direct your questions to Visit Quad Cities (563.322.3911). NOTE: See the Quad Cities overview for more information on tourism centers, festivals, and getting around the region. History European settlement in Pleasant Valley began when Roswell Spencer built a log cabin
