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Information on Grand Excursion 2004 |
This summer, Grand Excursion brought together the communities of the
Upper Mississippi River for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration! The
largest riverboat and steamboat flotilla in over a century followed
the 1854 Grand Excursion's route up the Mississippi River, from the
Quad Cities of Iowa and Illinois to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis
and Saint Paul!
For more information:
Grand Excursion 2004
(866) 439-2004
www.grandexcursion.com
Milwaukee Road 261
4322 Lakepoint Court
Shoreview, MN 55126
(651) 765-9812
www.261.com
Celebration Belle
2501 River Drove
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 764-1952
www.celebrationbelle.com
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Information on Lock & Dam 15 |
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Until the 1900's there was a 14-mile stretch of River from LeClaire,
Iowa to Rock Island, Illinois called the "Rock Island Rapids". These
rapids were the most treacherous rapids on the Mississippi and the
water was extremely shallow, making it very difficult for navigation.
It was clear that some efforts were needed to tame the river.
The Corps of Engineers cleared and dredged this section of the river
to make navigation easier. In addition, a 6' channel with a lock and
lateral canal was created at LeClaire to bypass the rapids. However,
as boats became modernized and were able to transport more goods,
a deeper channel was needed.
In 1930, Congress authorized the nine-foot channel navigation project
for the upper Mississippi, extending from St. Paul, Minnesota to
St. Louis, Missouri. Due to the rapids, lock and dam #15 was the
first dam built for the nine-foot channel. It is the only locks
and dam with two-chambers side-by-side, one for commercial tows,
and the other primarily for recreational craft.
For
more information:
Lock and Dam 15
Mississippi River Visitor Center
P.O. Box 2004
Rock Island, IL 61204
(309) 794-5338
www.mvr.usace.army.mil/missriver/
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Information on Quad Cities Attractions |
Located in the heart of the Midwest along the Mississippi River, the
Quad Cities is within a day's drive of Chicago! Whether it's winter,
spring, summer or fall, there's always a new experience waiting somewhere
in the Quad Cities that will pique everyone's curiosity as well as
satisfy their need for adventure and fun!
For more information:
Quad Cities Convention and Visitor's Bureau
2021 River Drive
Moline, IL 61265
102 South Harrison Street
Davenport, IA 52801
(563) 322-3911
www.visitquadcities.com
John Deere Pavilion & Collector's Center
1400 River Drive
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 765-1000
www.johndeerepavilion.com
Deere-Wiman House/Butterworth Center
817 11th Avenue
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 765-7971
www.butterworthcenter.com
River Music Experience
131 West 2nd Street
Davenport, IA 52801
(563) 326-1333
www.rivermusicexperience.com
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Information on East Davenport Shopping |
From charming, local stores to major national retailers, East Davenport
offers it all! Unique pockets of shops, that offer items ranging from
elegant antiques or homemade soaps to designer fashions and original
artwork, can be found throughout East Davenport!
For more information:
www.villageofeastdavenport.com
Mrs. McGregor's Cottage Antiques & Rabbit Run Tea Parlor
2219 East 12th Street
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 323-4647
www.villageofeastdavenport.com/text/bus/tea-parlor/MrsMcGregor.htm
The Soap Box
2033 East 11th Street
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 322-4096
www.eastvillageonline.com/thesoapbox
Lagomarcino's
2132 East 11th Street
Davenport, IA 52803
(563) 324-6137
www.lagomarcinos.com
Channel Cat Water Taxi
2929 5th Avenue
Rock Island, IL 61201
(309) 788-3360
www.qcmetrolink.com/services/channelcat.php
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Information on Galena |
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Galena and Jo Davies County's rolling Hills and gentle valleys awaken
the senses! Experience the rejuvenating powers of breathtaking vistas
while being pampered at one of the area's fine bed & breakfasts, hotels,
motels & resorts or vacation rental homes! Marvel in 19th century
architecture, sip award-winning regional wines and sample local cuisine!
Visit Galena and Jo Davies County, where gracious hospitality and
a gentler social place meet!
For more information:
Field of Dreams
28963 Lansing Road
Dyersville, IA 52040
(888) 875-8404
www.fieldofdreamsmoviesite.com
Galena Trolley Tours
314 South Main Street
Galena, IL 60136
(815) 777-1248
Galena On The Fly, Inc.
P.O. Box 6543
Galena, IL 61036
(800) 690-1287
www.buyaballoonride.com
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