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Tours

Tours

Experience the museum with your friends, family, club, or classroom!

Our experienced docents and staff are glad to show you around our historic building and educational exhibits.

Accessible Tours

Coming soon

We are working on developing tours to make our museum more accessible to all. Check back soon to learn about ASL tours, low-vision tours, plus more!

Audio Tours

High-quality audio to guide you through our permanent exhibition!

Click below to listen to our audio tour of the permanent exhibition and learn about the experiences and impact of German immigrants to Scott County.

Group Tours

Schedule a tour for your family, class, or special-interest group!

Interested in booking a private tour with a group of your choice? Our staff and docents can guide you through the permanent exhibition and two rotating exhibition galleries. For scheduling and rates, email inquiries to info@gahc.org or call 563-322-8844.

Virtual Tours

The German Immigrant Experience

Our virtual tour option lets visitors view the museum from the comfort of your home! Explore our permanent exhibition, The German Immigrant Experience by navigating with the space here.

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

German American Heritage Center and Museum
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Along with Pride Month, June is also designated as Immigrant Heritage Month. Immigrants have played a crucial role in shaping the United States and its culture. They have contributed to the country's economy, workforce, and diversity. Immigrant History Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions of immigrants to the United States and to highlight the importance of immigrant integration in our communities. Come visit our exhibitions to explore immigrant history in the past and present. Learn more about our current and upcoming exhibitions and events on our website. Support your local resources that work with refugees, immigrants, and migrants to help make their transition easier and make our community a more loving and welcoming space. The Quad Cities has a number of organizations like @worldreliefquadcities, @qc.air, @onehumanfamilyqca, @tapestryfarms, the Davenport Diocesan Immigration Program, and more. Please tag any other organizations that work with migrants/immigrants/refugees/asylum seekers in our area! Learn more about immigration in Iowa here: https://iowaculture.gov/history/education/educator-resources/primary-source-sets/immigration #CelebrateImmigrants #immigration #human #history #museum #multicultural #ImmigrantHeritageMonth

Along with Pride Month, June is also designated as Immigrant Heritage Month.

Immigrants have played a crucial role in shaping the United States and its culture. They have contributed to the country's economy, workforce, and diversity. Immigrant History Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions of immigrants to the United States and to highlight the importance of immigrant integration in our communities.

Come visit our exhibitions to explore immigrant history in the past and present. Learn more about our current and upcoming exhibitions and events on our website.

Support your local resources that work with refugees, immigrants, and migrants to help make their transition easier and make our community a more loving and welcoming space. The Quad Cities has a number of organizations like @worldreliefquadcities, @qc.air, @onehumanfamilyqca, @tapestryfarms, the Davenport Diocesan Immigration Program, and more.

Please tag any other organizations that work with migrants/immigrants/refugees/asylum seekers in our area!

Learn more about immigration in Iowa here: https://iowaculture.gov/history/education/educator-resources/primary-source-sets/immigration

#CelebrateImmigrants #immigration #human #history #museum #multicultural #ImmigrantHeritageMonth …

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Los Desconocidos: The Migrant Quilt Project exhibition is now open! Once a hub for immigrants looking for a fresh start in a new land, Davenport boasted a high percentage of immigrants in the 19th and 20th century. This trend continues in the 21st century as many immigrants and refugees seek safety and better opportunities for their families in the United States. Through this exhibition, we hope to inspire visitors to learn about the connections between immigrant groups of the past and those in the present day. Many groups hold the same ideals and goals to escape persecution, seek better opportunities, and create a better life for themselves and their families. Through stitching the names of people who have lost their lives along the border, the Migrant Quilt Project steadfastly acknowledges the humanity of migrants. Quilts in the exhibition are separated by year, with each quilt made out of materials left at migrant lay-up sites. It is a collaborative effort between artists, quilt makers, and activists to document the names and number of lives lost each year in the desert. The quilts are created to encourage compassion and inspire support for humane changes in border policies.

Los Desconocidos: The Migrant Quilt Project exhibition is now open!

Once a hub for immigrants looking for a fresh start in a new land, Davenport boasted a high percentage of immigrants in the 19th and 20th century. This trend continues in the 21st century as many immigrants and refugees seek safety and better opportunities for their families in the United States.

Through this exhibition, we hope to inspire visitors to learn about the connections between immigrant groups of the past and those in the present day. Many groups hold the same ideals and goals to escape persecution, seek better opportunities, and create a better life for themselves and their families.

Through stitching the names of people who have lost their lives along the border, the Migrant Quilt Project steadfastly acknowledges the humanity of migrants. Quilts in the exhibition are separated by year, with each quilt made out of materials left at migrant lay-up sites. It is a collaborative effort between artists, quilt makers, and activists to document the names and number of lives lost each year in the desert. The quilts are created to encourage compassion and inspire support for humane changes in border policies. …

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New exhibit now open 💛 On loan from the @arizonahistoricalsociety . . #museum #exhibition #preview #iowa #illinois #arizona #immigrants #migrants #refugees #immigration #bordercontrol #qc #quadcities #il #ia #museumfromhome #museumsforall #bluestarmuseums

New exhibit now open 💛
On loan from the @arizonahistoricalsociety
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#museum #exhibition #preview #iowa #illinois #arizona #immigrants #migrants #refugees #immigration #bordercontrol #qc #quadcities #il #ia #museumfromhome #museumsforall #bluestarmuseums …

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Today we observe Memorial Day and honor those who have lost their lives serving our country. Memorial Day is a time for reflection and gratitude towards those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. As we take a moment to remember their service, it's also important to consider ways in which we can support our living veterans and active-duty service members. Here are some ways to honor their sacrifice and show our appreciation: - Donate to organizations that support veterans and their families, such as the Wounded Warrior Project or the Fisher House Foundation. - Volunteer at a VA hospital or local veterans' organization. - Attend a parade or ceremony in your community to show your support and pay your respects. - Advocate for policies that improve the lives of veterans and their families, such as increased mental health resources and job training programs. By taking action to support and honor our veterans, we can ensure that their legacy of service and sacrifice lives on. The Rock Island Arsenal is hosting a Memorial Day Celebration, Monday May 29th, 2023 10:45 am – 11:45 am. Bldg. 118 Rock Island Arsenal Rock Island, IL Admission is free. #MemorialDay

Today we observe Memorial Day and honor those who have lost their lives serving our country. Memorial Day is a time for reflection and gratitude towards those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. As we take a moment to remember their service, it's also important to consider ways in which we can support our living veterans and active-duty service members. Here are some ways to honor their sacrifice and show our appreciation:

– Donate to organizations that support veterans and their families, such as the Wounded Warrior Project or the Fisher House Foundation.
– Volunteer at a VA hospital or local veterans' organization.
– Attend a parade or ceremony in your community to show your support and pay your respects.
– Advocate for policies that improve the lives of veterans and their families, such as increased mental health resources and job training programs.

By taking action to support and honor our veterans, we can ensure that their legacy of service and sacrifice lives on.

The Rock Island Arsenal is hosting a Memorial Day Celebration, Monday May 29th, 2023 10:45 am – 11:45 am.
Bldg. 118
Rock Island Arsenal
Rock Island, IL
Admission is free.

#MemorialDay …

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Behind the scenes installation! Come check out The Migrant Quilt Project, on display through August 27th. . . #museum #behindthescenes #exhibition #migrantquiltproject #timelapse #history #immigration #losdesconocidos #iowa #quilts #quadcities #qcthatswhere #museumfromhome

Behind the scenes installation! Come check out The Migrant Quilt Project, on display through August 27th.
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#museum #behindthescenes #exhibition #migrantquiltproject #timelapse #history #immigration #losdesconocidos #iowa #quilts #quadcities #qcthatswhere #museumfromhome …

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A new and exciting exhibition opens next week here at the German American Heritage Center and Museum! Once a hub for immigrants looking for a fresh start in a new land, Davenport boasted a high percentage of immigrants in the 19th and 20th century. This trend continues in the 21st century as many immigrants and refugees seek safety and better opportunities for their families in the United States. Through this exhibition, we hope to inspire visitors to learn about the connections between immigrant groups of the past and those in the present day. Many groups hold the same ideals and goals to escape persecution, seek better opportunities, and create a better life for themselves and their families. Through stitching the names of people who have lost their lives along the border, the Migrant Quilt Project steadfastly acknowledges the humanity of migrants. Quilts in the exhibition are separated by year, with each quilt made out of materials left at migrant lay-up sites. It is a collaborative effort between artists, quilt makers, and activists to document the names and number of lives lost each year in the desert. The quilts are created to encourage compassion and inspire support for humane changes in border policies.

A new and exciting exhibition opens next week here at the German American Heritage Center and Museum!

Once a hub for immigrants looking for a fresh start in a new land, Davenport boasted a high percentage of immigrants in the 19th and 20th century. This trend continues in the 21st century as many immigrants and refugees seek safety and better opportunities for their families in the United States.

Through this exhibition, we hope to inspire visitors to learn about the connections between immigrant groups of the past and those in the present day. Many groups hold the same ideals and goals to escape persecution, seek better opportunities, and create a better life for themselves and their families.

Through stitching the names of people who have lost their lives along the border, the Migrant Quilt Project steadfastly acknowledges the humanity of migrants. Quilts in the exhibition are separated by year, with each quilt made out of materials left at migrant lay-up sites. It is a collaborative effort between artists, quilt makers, and activists to document the names and number of lives lost each year in the desert. The quilts are created to encourage compassion and inspire support for humane changes in border policies. …

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A new and exciting exhibition opens next week here at the German American Heritage Center and Museum! Once a hub for immigrants looking for a fresh start in a new land, Davenport boasted a high percentage of immigrants in the 19th and 20th century. This trend continues in the 21st century as many immigrants and refugees seek safety and better opportunities for their families in the United States. Through this exhibition, we hope to inspire visitors to learn about the connections between immigrant groups of the past and those in the present day. Many groups hold the same ideals and goals to escape persecution, seek better opportunities, and create a better life for themselves and their families. Through stitching the names of people who have lost their lives along the border, the Migrant Quilt Project steadfastly acknowledges the humanity of migrants. Quilts in the exhibition are separated by year, with each quilt made out of materials left at migrant lay-up sites. It is a collaborative effort between artists, quilt makers, and activists to document the names and number of lives lost each year in the desert. The quilts are created to encourage compassion and inspire support for humane changes in border policies.

A new and exciting exhibition opens next week here at the German American Heritage Center and Museum!

Once a hub for immigrants looking for a fresh start in a new land, Davenport boasted a high percentage of immigrants in the 19th and 20th century. This trend continues in the 21st century as many immigrants and refugees seek safety and better opportunities for their families in the United States.

Through this exhibition, we hope to inspire visitors to learn about the connections between immigrant groups of the past and those in the present day. Many groups hold the same ideals and goals to escape persecution, seek better opportunities, and create a better life for themselves and their families.

Through stitching the names of people who have lost their lives along the border, the Migrant Quilt Project steadfastly acknowledges the humanity of migrants. Quilts in the exhibition are separated by year, with each quilt made out of materials left at migrant lay-up sites. It is a collaborative effort between artists, quilt makers, and activists to document the names and number of lives lost each year in the desert. The quilts are created to encourage compassion and inspire support for humane changes in border policies. …

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Davenport, IA 52802

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Closed Mondays

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