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Darker Side of Davenport Walking Tours

September 26, 2025 |
 6:00 pm -
 8:00 pm
$20

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Learn stories of true crime, mystery, and paranormal sightings on our Darker Side of Davenport Walking Tours this Fall.

712 W. 2nd StreetΒ β€” a historic address that has stood witness to the dramatic and sometimes chilling evolution of Downtown Davenport since the Germania House was first built on this site in 1862. From a string of barbershop murders and a fire at a mental hospital to ghostly sightings at City Hall and sΓ©ances on a college campus, this former hotel has seen it all. And it has its own dark and fascinating tales to share.

Join us as we uncover the story of what is now the German American Heritage Center and Museum, then embark on a guided walk through downtown to explore the eerie and captivating legends that haunt the surrounding neighborhood.

This updated tour will not only give you goosebumpsβ€”it will also reveal the mysterious stories that helped shape the city’s rich and shadowy past.

*Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your tour time. Tours will depart promptly.

Tours are approximately 90-120 minutes in length. The meeting point is in the lobby of the German American Heritage Center and Museum.

Get tickets HERE.

Special Notes:

– Tours will be cancelled for inclement weather and are not rescheduled; guests can transfer tickets to another date if possible.

– Walk-ins are not guaranteed. Pre-purchase of tickets is strongly suggested.

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German American Heritage Center and Museum

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

Open
Meet our Christkindlmarkt vendors! 

ABCanning is based in Long Grove, Iowa and prepares home-canned veggies, fruits, jams, pickles, sauces and more! Check out their delicious, locally produced goodies. These would make great gifts or treats to bring to a party to share. 

❄️ Christkindlmarkt Quad Cities
Saturday December 13th, 2025
10 am - 6 pm
πŸ“German American Heritage Center and Museum
712 W 2nd St. Davenport, Iowa

Meet our Christkindlmarkt vendors!

ABCanning is based in Long Grove, Iowa and prepares home-canned veggies, fruits, jams, pickles, sauces and more! Check out their delicious, locally produced goodies. These would make great gifts or treats to bring to a party to share.

❄️ Christkindlmarkt Quad Cities
Saturday December 13th, 2025
10 am – 6 pm
πŸ“German American Heritage Center and Museum
712 W 2nd St. Davenport, Iowa
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Open
UPCOMING KRAMPUS EVENTS

Krampus Nights at the Quad City Botanical Center 
12/5 FRIDAY AND 12/6 SATURDAY  6-8PM
Meet the infamous Krampus and take your own photos. Visit with the GAHC+M to learn the folklore of Krampus and make your own Krampus masks. 

Krampus Walk - Friday December 5th 
2-5 pm, beginning at Schuetzen Park. More info on 4th slide.

Krampus at Christkindlmarkt Saturday December 13th!
QC Krampus will be at the German American Heritage Center from 2 - 5 pm.

UPCOMING KRAMPUS EVENTS

Krampus Nights at the Quad City Botanical Center
12/5 FRIDAY AND 12/6 SATURDAY 6-8PM
Meet the infamous Krampus and take your own photos. Visit with the GAHC+M to learn the folklore of Krampus and make your own Krampus masks.

Krampus Walk – Friday December 5th
2-5 pm, beginning at Schuetzen Park. More info on 4th slide.

Krampus at Christkindlmarkt Saturday December 13th!
QC Krampus will be at the German American Heritage Center from 2 – 5 pm.
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Open
Stop by and check out the variety of gifts and goodies in our gift shop! All purchases are tax-free and support the GAHC+M, a 501c3 nonprofit. Keep your dollars local this season and support local businesses! 712 w 2nd St. Davenport, Iowa
Tuesdays-Saturdays 10-4
Sundays 12-4

Stop by and check out the variety of gifts and goodies in our gift shop! All purchases are tax-free and support the GAHC+M, a 501c3 nonprofit. Keep your dollars local this season and support local businesses! 712 w 2nd St. Davenport, Iowa
Tuesdays-Saturdays 10-4
Sundays 12-4
…

Open
Stop by and check out the variety of gifts and goodies in our gift shop! All purchases are tax-free and support the GAHC+M, a 501c3 nonprofit. Keep your dollars local this season and support local businesses! 712 W 2nd St. Davenport, Iowa. 
Tuesdays-Saturdays 10-4
Sundays 12-4

Stop by and check out the variety of gifts and goodies in our gift shop! All purchases are tax-free and support the GAHC+M, a 501c3 nonprofit. Keep your dollars local this season and support local businesses! 712 W 2nd St. Davenport, Iowa.
Tuesdays-Saturdays 10-4
Sundays 12-4
…

Open
πŸ›οΈ Shop small this weekend and visit us on museum store Sunday! 

🍫 We have merchandise markdowns, new arrivals like German chocolate, sweets, and chocolate advent calendars, authentic glass ornaments, beer, and much more. 

πŸ† Every purchase gets you an entry in our raffle for a $25 gift certificate in our museum store. 

All of our merchandise is tax-free and supports the museum as a non-profit organization. Keep your dollars local this season to support the Quad Cities!

🎁 Give a gift membership this season to provide access to our programs and exhibitions for a full year. Giving the gift of experience and community is another great way to show your support for a local organization. Members get free admission to all of our Kaffee und Kuchen programs on Sundays, free admission to the museum, discounts on workshops and classes, and more. You can gift a membership online or stop by in person at the front desk. 
https://german-american-heritage-center.square.site/

πŸ›οΈ Shop small this weekend and visit us on museum store Sunday!

🍫 We have merchandise markdowns, new arrivals like German chocolate, sweets, and chocolate advent calendars, authentic glass ornaments, beer, and much more.

πŸ† Every purchase gets you an entry in our raffle for a $25 gift certificate in our museum store.

All of our merchandise is tax-free and supports the museum as a non-profit organization. Keep your dollars local this season to support the Quad Cities!

🎁 Give a gift membership this season to provide access to our programs and exhibitions for a full year. Giving the gift of experience and community is another great way to show your support for a local organization. Members get free admission to all of our Kaffee und Kuchen programs on Sundays, free admission to the museum, discounts on workshops and classes, and more. You can gift a membership online or stop by in person at the front desk.
https://german-american-heritage-center.square.site/
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Open
712 W 2nd St. Davenport, Iowa 52802
Sundays 12-4
Tuesdays-Saturdays 10-4

712 W 2nd St. Davenport, Iowa 52802
Sundays 12-4
Tuesdays-Saturdays 10-4
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Open
πŸ•°οΈ Here's a look at our hours this week! We will be closed on Thursday November 27th for Thanksgiving. 

πŸ¦ƒ  Wishing everyone a safe and joyful holiday.

πŸ•°οΈ Here`s a look at our hours this week! We will be closed on Thursday November 27th for Thanksgiving.

πŸ¦ƒ Wishing everyone a safe and joyful holiday.
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Open
The pickle hunt is on!! πŸ₯’ πŸŽ„ ❄️ β›„

Starting November 20th, search downtown Davenport for hidden pickles!

Find 10 pickles to win a pickle ornament for your own tree and be entered into a drawing for a chances to win downtown gift cards and a Grand Prize Basket. This year's prize pickles are made out of clay by a local artist.

πŸ† Pick up an official card at one of the participating businesses to play. Turn in your completed card into one of the following locations: 

πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ German American Heritage Center (712 W. 2nd St.) 
Tuesday – Saturday 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday 12 – 4 pm

πŸ“š Davenport Public Library (321 N. Main St.) 
Monday 9 am - 8 pm
Tuesday - Saturday 9 am – 5:30 pm

**the last day to pick up prize pickles at the GAHC+M is Tuesday December 23rd (while supplies last). (We are closed Dec 24th -Jan 1st).

The pickle hunt is on!! πŸ₯’ πŸŽ„ ❄️ β›„

Starting November 20th, search downtown Davenport for hidden pickles!

Find 10 pickles to win a pickle ornament for your own tree and be entered into a drawing for a chances to win downtown gift cards and a Grand Prize Basket. This year`s prize pickles are made out of clay by a local artist.

πŸ† Pick up an official card at one of the participating businesses to play. Turn in your completed card into one of the following locations:

πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ German American Heritage Center (712 W. 2nd St.)
Tuesday – Saturday 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday 12 – 4 pm

πŸ“š Davenport Public Library (321 N. Main St.)
Monday 9 am – 8 pm
Tuesday – Saturday 9 am – 5:30 pm

**the last day to pick up prize pickles at the GAHC+M is Tuesday December 23rd (while supplies last). (We are closed Dec 24th -Jan 1st).
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German American Heritage Center & Museum
712 W 2nd St.
Davenport, IA 52802

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Sundays open 12 – 4 pm
Closed Mondays

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