QUAD CITIES ARCHIVES FAIR
This year's Archives Fair will be held
This year's Archives Fair will be held
October 26th
October 26th
1:00-4:00 PM
1:00-4:00 PM
at the
at the
Credit Island Lodge
Credit Island Lodge
You're invited! We are excited to host this event dedicated to showcasing cultural and historical organizations from around the Quad Cities! Visit tables to learn about unique collections and services, listen to talks on historical topics, and discover hidden gems of the Quad Cities.
You're invited! We are excited to host this event dedicated to showcasing cultural and historical organizations from around the Quad Cities! Visit tables to learn about unique collections and services, listen to talks on historical topics, and discover hidden gems of the Quad Cities.
Free and open to the public
Free and open to the public
Kathy Cuff of the VASA Archives in Bishop Hill, Illinois talks to visitors in 2018.
The following organizations will have tables at the fair:
The following organizations will have tables at the fair:
Butterworth Center & Deere-Wiman House
German American Heritage Center
Palmer College of Chiropractic Special Collections and Archives
Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center, Davenport Public Library
St. Ambrose University Archives
And more!
Special Announcements
Special Announcements
"Translating Tombstones" by Minda Powers-Douglas
"Translating Tombstones" by Minda Powers-Douglas
Presentations in the Tulip Room at the Hauberg Estate
1:30 and 3:00 PM
What does a hand pointing on a gravestone mean? Does an anchor mean someone was a sailor? Find out what the different symbols on gravestones mean during this lively program on cemeteries with Minda Powers-Douglas.
Enter a free raffle for great prizes and enjoy free refreshments
Explore Credit Island History
Explore Credit Island History
2024 Location
2024 Location
Credit Island Lodge
2200 W River Drive
Davenport, IA 52802
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