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Davenport is a city located along the Mississippi River in Scott County in the U.S. state of Iowa. As of the 2020 census, the population of Davenport was 102,320, making it Iowa's third-largest city after Des Moines and Cedar Rapids.

History

Davenport was founded in 1836 by Antoine LeClaire and was named after his friend Colonel George Davenport. The city was incorporated in 1851 and soon became an important transportation hub due to its location along the Mississippi River. It was a major lumber market in the 19th century and was also known for its railroading and manufacturing industries. Today, Davenport is home to a diverse economy including finance, healthcare, education, and tourism.

Attractions and Landmarks

Figge Art Museum

The Figge Art Museum is a premier art institution in the Midwest. The museum opened in 2005 and has a collection of pieces from all over the world dating from the 16th century to the present day. It's located at 225 West Second St, Davenport, IA 52801. Phone: (563) 326-7804.

Davenport Public Library

The Davenport Public Library was established in 1901 and is committed to being the community's destination for reading, lifelong learning, intellectual growth, and enjoyment. It offers various programs and events throughout the year. The Main Library is located at 321 Main St, Davenport, IA 52801. Phone: (563) 326-7832.

Putnam Museum

The Putnam Museum is a museum of history and natural science in Davenport. Founded in 1867, it has exhibits covering local history, ethnology, archaeology and more. It's located at 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA 52804. Phone: (563) 324-1933.

RiverCenter

The RiverCenter is a convention complex located at 136 E 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801 along the riverfront. It includes a 12,000 seat arena, theater, exhibit hall and meeting rooms. Phone: (563) 326-8500. It hosts various concerts, sporting events, meetings, and community events throughout the year.

Centennial Park

Centennial Park is a popular city park located along the Mississippi River at 1321 Century Dr, Davenport, IA 52802. It features river views, walking paths, fishing spots, picnic areas, a bandshell, and more. View on Google Maps.

Davenport Skybridge

The Davenport Skybridge is a pedestrian cable-stayed bridge that spans River Drive and connects LeClaire Park and the RiverCenter. It provides scenic views of the Mississippi River valley. It is located at 150 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52801. View on Google Maps.

Transportation

Davenport is served by the MetroLINK bus system which provides public transportation throughout the Quad Cities area. The Davenport Municipal Airport provides passenger air service. Davenport is located along Interstate 80 which connects it to Des Moines and Chicago. US Highways 61 and 67 also pass through the city.

Economy

Some of the largest employers in Davenport and the surrounding Quad Cities area include Genesis Health System, Deere & Company, Hy-Vee, Rock Island Arsenal, UnityPoint Health, and the Rock Island County government. The finance and insurance industries also have a strong presence. Tourism is another important economic sector.

Education

Public education in Davenport is provided by the Davenport Community School District. The district operates multiple elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools. Some of the high schools include Central High School, North High School, and West High School.

Davenport is also home to private schools such as Assumption High School and numerous options for higher education including Palmer College of Chiropractic and St. Ambrose University.

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