Admission

Admission

Willkommen!

We offer entry discounts to certain groups, see details below

February 1 - April 6, 2025

Special Admission Offerings

We are offering some special promotions during our new exhibition, With You, I Am Myself.

Visitor Passes – Members can bring a friend for free to visit the museum or attend a Kaffee und Kuchen program.

BOGO Admission – With the purchase of a regular admission, bring an additional friend for free to the museum or to a program.

Gift Memberships – Purchase a gift membership for someone and get $10 off regular rates.

*Workshops are not included in the visitor passes or BOGO admission. Please contact us at 563-322-8844 or info@gahc.org with questions.

Regular Admission

$8
$6
$5
$5
FREE
FREE

Adults 18-59
Seniors 60+
Youth 4-17 and Students (with ID)
Military and Veterans
3 and under
Members

Museums for All

Families with SNAP, WIC, or EBT cards are free

The GAHC&M is a proud member of Museums for All. We are happy to offer free admission to households (limit 4 people) who receive food assistance (SNAP benefits) and show their EBT card. Museums for All invites low-income visitors to feel welcome at cultural institutions.

Blue Star Museums

Free admission to active military and their immediate family members

The GAHC&M participates in Blue Star Museums which provides free admission to active military and their immediate family members Armed Forces Day through Labor Day annually.

Special Events

We offer free admission during some special events throughout the year.
Visit the museum free of charge on the following days:

  • January: Community Open House Weekend
  • Saturday before Easter weekend: Eiermarkt Spring Vendor Fair
  • Family Free Day – varies
  • September: Herbstmarkt Fall Vendor Fair
  • 2nd Saturday in December: Christkindlmarkt Vendor Fair

German American Heritage Center and Museum

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Museum exploring the German immigrant experience and history of Davenport and Iowa!

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The @iowaartscouncil is hosting seven Regional Arts Forums across Iowa this February and March 2025. These in-person events will provide an opportunity for local artists, arts and civic leaders, and community members to gather and discuss opportunities for strengthening arts and culture in their region and across the state. Join us on Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the German American Heritage Center and Museum to participate. The forum is free and open to the public. Registration is highly encouraged: https://opportunityiowa.gov/events/regional-arts-forum-davenport This year’s Forums align with the Iowa Arts Caucus, which the Iowa Arts Council hosts every four years. The purpose of the caucus and regional conferences is to identify opportunities and review possible changes related to programs that support arts and cultural enhancement in our state. Participants will make recommendations to the Arts Council, the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and the General Assembly regarding funding allocations and priorities for arts and cultural enhancement in our state.

The @iowaartscouncil is hosting seven Regional Arts Forums across Iowa this February and March 2025. These in-person events will provide an opportunity for local artists, arts and civic leaders, and community members to gather and discuss opportunities for strengthening arts and culture in their region and across the state.

Join us on Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the German American Heritage Center and Museum to participate. The forum is free and open to the public. Registration is highly encouraged: https://opportunityiowa.gov/events/regional-arts-forum-davenport

This year’s Forums align with the Iowa Arts Caucus, which the Iowa Arts Council hosts every four years. The purpose of the caucus and regional conferences is to identify opportunities and review possible changes related to programs that support arts and cultural enhancement in our state. Participants will make recommendations to the Arts Council, the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and the General Assembly regarding funding allocations and priorities for arts and cultural enhancement in our state. …

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Paco Erhard: 5 Step Guide to Being German, presented by German American Heritage Center and Quad Cities Cultural Trust, is coming to the Adler Theatre on Saturday, March 29th at 7:30 PM. Hard-hitting and hilarious, Paco Erhard shows you the real Germany behind the scenes. Experience hysterical dilemmas on the Autobahn, learn the truth about lederhosen, find out how the “no sense of humor” stereotype is both true and not true at all, and come to see: we Germans are not blunt or rude, we just value honestly more highly than other people’s feelings. Understand Germany better! Understand yourself better! And find out why Oma Hilda was always a bit weird. Tickets start at $28. Tickets can be purchased through the Adler Theatre Box Office or on Ticketmaster: https://www.ticketmaster.com/paco-erhard-5step-guide-to-being-davenport-iowa-03-29-2025/event/06006226A78714D6?CAMEFROM=CFC_ADLER_OTHER_GAHC_GAHC-ALL #comedy #german #standup #iowa #illinois #quadcities #museum #events #downtowndavenport #qcthatshwere #deutschland #deutsch

Paco Erhard: 5 Step Guide to Being German, presented by German American Heritage Center and Quad Cities Cultural Trust, is coming to the Adler Theatre on Saturday, March 29th at 7:30 PM.

Hard-hitting and hilarious, Paco Erhard shows you the real Germany behind the scenes. Experience hysterical dilemmas on the Autobahn, learn the truth about lederhosen, find out how the “no sense of humor” stereotype is both true and not true at all, and come to see: we Germans are not blunt or rude, we just value honestly more highly than other people’s feelings. Understand Germany better! Understand yourself better! And find out why Oma Hilda was always a bit weird.

Tickets start at $28. Tickets can be purchased through the Adler Theatre Box Office or on Ticketmaster: https://www.ticketmaster.com/paco-erhard-5step-guide-to-being-davenport-iowa-03-29-2025/event/06006226A78714D6?CAMEFROM=CFC_ADLER_OTHER_GAHC_GAHC-ALL

#comedy #german #standup #iowa #illinois #quadcities #museum #events #downtowndavenport #qcthatshwere #deutschland #deutsch …

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On this day - January 25th, 1915, The Crescent Macaroni Factory at 425 Iowa Street burned down. At that time, it was the only macaroni factory in Iowa and one of the largest in the world. The blaze left the plant a complete loss, estimated at $251,000. We have many items from the Crescent Macaroni and Cracker Company in our collection. You can see a cookie press from the factory in our permanent exhibition space. This cookie roller crafted the popular “Lindy” cookie. The cookies were named after Charles Lindbergh, the wildly famous American aviator who visited Moline in August of 1927 during a tour of the country and Canada. Lindbergh was greeted by parades, 15,000 spectators, and an invitation to stay in Quarters One. Crescent released their cookie to commemorate the visit. The Crescent Macaroni and Cracker Company was founded in 1875 by Hugo Schmidt, Sr. as the Davenport Steam Bakery, operated by Reupke, Schmidt & Co. After a devastating fire in 1915 destroyed their factory, the company quickly rebuilt a state-of-the-art facility at the same location on Iowa Street in Davenport. The new factory, completed in 1916, was designed with fire safety in mind, featuring concrete and steel construction, a water tower, and modern safety equipment. It boasted 100,000 square feet of floor space and employed over 200 workers in improved conditions, including shower baths and sanitary fountains. The manufacturing process was highly efficient, starting on the fifth floor and progressing downward. Raw materials were mixed, proofed, rolled, cut, and baked in massive ovens at 700 degrees. The finished products were then packaged on the third floor, with the entire process taking about 20 minutes. Despite its long history, the company eventually closed in 1991 due to competition from modern facilities. The building was later converted into luxury apartments known as the Crescent Lofts.

On this day – January 25th, 1915, The Crescent Macaroni Factory at 425 Iowa Street burned down. At that time, it was the only macaroni factory in Iowa and one of the largest in the world. The blaze left the plant a complete loss, estimated at $251,000.

We have many items from the Crescent Macaroni and Cracker Company in our collection. You can see a cookie press from the factory in our permanent exhibition space. This cookie roller crafted the popular “Lindy” cookie. The cookies were named after Charles Lindbergh, the wildly famous American aviator who visited Moline in August of 1927 during a tour of the country and Canada. Lindbergh was greeted by parades, 15,000 spectators, and an invitation to stay in Quarters One. Crescent released their cookie to commemorate the visit.

The Crescent Macaroni and Cracker Company was founded in 1875 by Hugo Schmidt, Sr. as the Davenport Steam Bakery, operated by Reupke, Schmidt & Co. After a devastating fire in 1915 destroyed their factory, the company quickly rebuilt a state-of-the-art facility at the same location on Iowa Street in Davenport.

The new factory, completed in 1916, was designed with fire safety in mind, featuring concrete and steel construction, a water tower, and modern safety equipment. It boasted 100,000 square feet of floor space and employed over 200 workers in improved conditions, including shower baths and sanitary fountains.

The manufacturing process was highly efficient, starting on the fifth floor and progressing downward. Raw materials were mixed, proofed, rolled, cut, and baked in massive ovens at 700 degrees. The finished products were then packaged on the third floor, with the entire process taking about 20 minutes.

Despite its long history, the company eventually closed in 1991 due to competition from modern facilities. The building was later converted into luxury apartments known as the Crescent Lofts. …

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Our community open house weekend is Saturday and Sunday January 18th and 19th. Enjoy FREE ADMISSION all weekend! Explore our new updates to our permanent exhibition, and view our special exhibition spaces which rotate every few months. There is always something new to see so enjoy history, art, German traditions, and local history in our historic building. 📍 712 W 2nd Street Davenport, Iowa 52802 #freeadmission #museum #qc #qcthatswhere #history #family #quadcities #iowa #illinois #midwest

Our community open house weekend is Saturday and Sunday January 18th and 19th. Enjoy FREE ADMISSION all weekend! Explore our new updates to our permanent exhibition, and view our special exhibition spaces which rotate every few months. There is always something new to see so enjoy history, art, German traditions, and local history in our historic building.

📍 712 W 2nd Street
Davenport, Iowa 52802

#freeadmission #museum #qc #qcthatswhere #history #family #quadcities #iowa #illinois #midwest …

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The German American Heritage Center and Museum seeks a Development Director to support the goals and mission of the museum. The Development Director will play a crucial role in fostering and maintaining relationships with our donors and sponsors. This position involves managing donor communications, organizing fundraising events, and ensuring that our supporters feel valued and informed about the impact of their contributions. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a passion for history, and a commitment to enhancing the donor experience. For full job description and how to apply, visit: https://gahc.org/employment-opportunities/ Status: Full-time 40 hours/week, flexible scheduling, weekend availability Compensation: $45,000 Send a cover letter, resume, and references to: Brian Allen at brian@gahc.org Applications will be accepted until January 31, 2025.

The German American Heritage Center and Museum seeks a Development Director to support the goals and mission of the museum.

The Development Director will play a crucial role in fostering and maintaining relationships with our donors and sponsors. This position involves managing donor communications, organizing fundraising events, and ensuring that our supporters feel valued and informed about the impact of their contributions. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a passion for history, and a commitment to enhancing the donor experience.

For full job description and how to apply, visit: https://gahc.org/employment-opportunities/

Status: Full-time 40 hours/week, flexible scheduling, weekend availability
Compensation: $45,000

Send a cover letter, resume, and references to: Brian Allen at brian@gahc.org

Applications will be accepted until January 31, 2025. …

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Sundays open 12 – 4 pm
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