German Savings Bank
September 17, 2023 |
2:00 pm -
3:00 pm
$0-5
DEAI Statement
Menu
Menu
DEAI Statement
For 150 years, Davenport was the financial capital of Iowa and the entire trans-Mississippi region. The largest and most important of its banks was the German Savings Bank β later renamed the American Commercial and Savings Bank, and then simply Davenport Bank. This institution was continuous for 125 years, and during most of its existence, it was the largest bank in Iowa. This presentation will explore the bankβs institutional history, the factors that created the conditions for such success, and its effects on the culture of Davenport and the Greater Quad-City region. Included in this presentation will be “virtual architectural toursβ of the buildings.
FREE for GAHC&M members, $5 for non-members
Register here.
This lecture is offered both in-person and virtually. The session will be recorded and available to watch afterwards. If you need assistance registering or have questions please contact clare@gahc.org.
About the speaker
Gates Thomas is a freelance composer, arranger, and music director. Born and raised in Davenport, he was based in New York City for 25 years, writing for the Lionel Hampton Big Band, Bobby McFerrin, Pat Metheny, Gary Burton, Jim Hall, Chris Willis, The New American Orchestra, and many others. Since moving back to Davenport, in October 2020, Gates has maintained his freelance career, and continues to serve as Professor of Contemporary Writing and Production at Berklee College of Music in Boston. In November 2022, he assumed duties as music director of the Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities.
It's spooky season! π π»
Check out our gift shop for some great books about local lore, spooky QC history, true crime, and macabre topics.
Mark your calendars for some truly eerie programs too! Our Darker Side of Davenport Walking Tours are on select Fridays and Saturdays, John Brassard Jr. will be talking about true crime and hauntings of the Quad Cities on October 22nd, Ellen Tsagaris will be presenting on creepy dolls on October 29th, and join us at the Archives Fair at the Hauberg Estate on October 28th for a cemetery history talk with Minda Powers-Douglas. Check out our website for more information. www.gahc.org/events
.
.
.
#qc #history #haunted #spookyhistory #truecrime #halloween #qcthatswhere #spookyseason #october #books #museum
Join us for our 3rd annual Oktoberfest QC at the Hauberg Estate in Rock Island!
Food, music, games, fun, tours of the mansion, and lots of BEER π»
Visit our website for all of the details β‘οΈ link in bio
.
.
.
#oktoberfest #qc #quadcities #iowa #illinois #festival #fall #german #beer #bratwurst #pretzel #munich #rockisland #davenport #moline #bettendorf
Our Annual Fall Frolic Benefit Gala is Friday, September 22nd at 5:00 pm. Join us at the Museum for cocktail hour, German dinner catered by Jerry's Market, silent auction featuring lots of great baskets from the Figge Art Museum, Amana Heritage Society, the DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, and many more.
Tickets are $60 per person or you can reserve a table of 6 for $300. We will have house drinks included with your ticket and a cash bar for other varieties of beer and wine. This year's event will be hosted at the German American Heritage Center and Museum, 712 W 2nd St. Davenport, IA 52802. There is free on-site and street parking nearby.
Your attendance helps support our mission and to bring new, exciting exhibitions to the Quad Cities, educational outreach to our local schools on both sides of the river, and engaging and unique programs and workshops.
This event is sponsored by Koehler Electric. Tickets can be purchased over the phone by calling 563-322-8844 or online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/699228680807?aff=oddtdtcreator
Our Annual Fall Frolic Benefit Gala is Friday, September 22nd at 5:00 pm. Join us at the Museum for cocktail hour, German dinner catered by Jerry's Market, silent auction featuring lots of great baskets from the Figge Art Museum, Amana Heritage Society, the DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, and many more.
Tickets are $60 per person or you can reserve a table of 6 for $300. We will have house drinks included with your ticket and a cash bar for other varieties of beer and wine. This year's event will be hosted at the German American Heritage Center and Museum, 712 W 2nd St. Davenport, IA 52802. There is free on-site and street parking nearby.
Your attendance helps support our mission and to bring new, exciting exhibitions to the Quad Cities, educational outreach to our local schools on both sides of the river, and engaging and unique programs and workshops.
This event is sponsored by Koehler Electric. Tickets can be purchased over the phone by calling 563-322-8844 or online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/699228680807?aff=oddtdtcreator
.
.
Jerry's Market-Moline, IL
Our Herbstmarkt Fall Craft Fair is today from 10 am-2pm. Lots of neat vendors and variety of florals, baked and canned goods, decor, gifts, and more!
Before β‘οΈ During β‘οΈ After
.
.
New exhibition open Sunday! See βArt from the Archivesβ featuring works from our own collection.
#museum #art #painting #history #german #germanamerican #iowa #illinois #midwest #immigrants #behindthescenes #museumfromhome
Our Herbstmarkt Fall Craft Fair is this Saturday, September 9th! Various vendors and a food truck as well. Admission is free and the event will go from 10 am – 2 pm. We have on-site parking and free street parking. πππΎπ¦π
712 W 2nd St.
Davenport, Iowa 52802
#events #museum #craftshow #vendors #craftfair #quadcities #qc #iowa #illinois #fall #autumn #decor #halloween #thanksgiving
Our Herbstmarkt Fall Craft Fair is this Saturday, September 9th! Various vendors and a food truck as well. Admission is free and the event will go from 10 am – 2 pm. We have on-site parking and free street parking. πππΎπ¦π
712 W 2nd St.
Davenport, Iowa 52802
#events #museum #craftshow #vendors #craftfair #quadcities #qc #iowa #illinois #fall #autumn #decor #halloween #thanksgiving
Subscribe to get all latest news, updates.
