Geisternacht Paranormal Investigation
October 4, 2024 |
7:00 pm -
11:00 pm
$30
Do you know what happened here?
Join us for a paranormal investigation of the German American Heritage Center and Museum. From the building’s long history as a hotel for early German immigrants to its more seedy years as a brothel in the 20th century, the hotel was a hub for mayhem, mystery, and tragedy in Davenport’s early days. Learn about the history of our building and learn from the paranormal team about the tools and strategies used during investigations.
Whether you’re a skeptic or a full believer, a night at the museum is the perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit. 👻
$30 per person, ticket includes light refreshments.
A cash bar is available; enjoy a German beer or wine while kicking it with the spirits! 🍻
Get tickets here.
All proceeds go to supporting the museum’s programming.
Learn about the Haunted Maps Team:
Greg has been interested in the paranormal for as long as he can remember but has been investigating since 2019. He is a healthy skeptic who is looking for scientific proof of spirits.
Dez enjoys researching and teaching the history of each location and how to use paranormal equipment. She has been investigating since 2019. She refers to her unique abilities and mediumship as “spidey powers.”
Topher is an exceptional psychic medium who truly believes in using his unique gift to communicate and help spirits. Not only does her possess incredible intuition, but he’s also skilled at oracle readings.
Amy’s fascination with the paranormal started at the age of 5, having grown up in a home with a spirit protector. Her journey to investigating began in 2003. With her sharp intuition and extensive knowledge of investigation equipment, she effortlessly dives into the world of spirits and entities.
Unlock the world of 20th century creative visionaries at the German American Heritage Center and Museum:
Currently on display are 20th century, German Expressionist Prints from the David and Sarojini Johnson Collection. Come visit us now through December 14th to have the chance to see original works from artists like Max Beckmann and Käthe Kollwitz.
Admission is free for the entire month of July. Thank you to Cal and Jill Werner for making free admission possible.
We are open:
Tues-Sat 10am to 4pm
Sun 12pm-4pm
Closed on Mondays
Best of the Wurst was amazing! After a day of sampling and voting, this year`s winner was the Black Forest wurst from Jerry`s Market. 🌭🇩🇪
You can visit Jerry`s Market in Moline, IL to get more bratwurst and other delicious foods to take home. Visit their old-fashioned grocery store and butcher shop at
📍1609 17th St, Moline, Illinois.
Thanks to our premier sponsor, Zimmerman Honda for making this event possible. Thank you to WVIK, Quad Cities NPR and Hy-Vee for their in-kind sponsorships.
Also, a big thank you to @twinspanbrewing for collaborating with us and brewing a special hefeweizen, Hefenstein`s Monster, for our event! You can get this exclusive brew in cans at the museum gift shop. Prost! 🍻
Cans in progress for Best of the Wurst on Sunday! We will have Hefenstein’s Monster, a 5.1% abv Hefeweizen on tap Sunday during the event. Cans will be available in the gift shop to take home 🍻
16 oz, 4 pack is $14.
Museum members get a 10% discount and all purchases are tax free! ☀️
If you haven’t been to @twinspanbrewing, take a trip to the restaurant and brewery and try all of their yummy brews!
Get ready for the 8th annual Best of the Wurst sausage competition, this Sunday, July 13th from 12:00 am- 4:00 pm! Members get in free to this fun competition where you can sample local brats, purchase a variety of delicious food, enjoy an ice cold beer or pop, and vote for your favorite “wurst!” This year we will also ice cream from Here`s the Scoop to taste! Live music, ice cream, and balloon twisting are just some of the special activities we have planned. $5 entry per person, kids under 12 and members are free. Tickets are available at the door, cash or card is accepted. Take a look at some of the highlights from last year`s Best of the Wurst competition here:
GAHC members get in free to our 8th annual Best of the Wurst sausage competition, held this Sunday, July 13th from 12:00 am- 4:00 pm! Along with local Here`s the Scoop ice cream, guests can sample local brats, purhcase from a variety of delicious foods, and enjoy an ice cold beer or pop! And don`t forget to vote for your favorite “wurst!” Live music, ice cream, and balloon twisting are just some of the special activities we have planned. $5 entry per person, kids under 12 and members are free. Tickets are available at the door, cash or card is accepted. Here`s some of the fun that we had at last year`s Best of the Wurst!
Independence Day may be over, but our appreciation for service members is never-ending. Now until Labor Day (September 1st, 2025), active-duty military personnel and their families can visit the German American Heritage Center for free!
Did you know the Col Ballroom in the West End of Davenport, is part of the National Register of Historic Places?
Though renamed in 1914, Col Ballroom originates from the Saengerfest Halle. This building brought together German musicians across the Midwest. Today it is no longer a performance venue, but we can keep its legacy alive by talking about it.
Now on display in our first floor gallery.
Visits are free this month! Come see this exhibit and more, our hours are, Tues-Sat 10am to 4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm, and Closed on Mondays.
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