German American Heritage Center, Davenport, Iowa, United States of America
The German American Heritage Center in Davenport, Iowa is one of the historically rich museums in the region. Also known as the Germania-Miller/Standard Hotel, it serves as one of the significant cultural centers in the United States. The museum holds and preserves the chronicles and history of the German-Americans that lived in the region. This heritage center was included in the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. Incorporates in 1994, the Standard Hotel on the Davenport riverfront was purchased and was converted to the museum that it is known today.
Another museum located close to the region is the Buffalo Bill Museum. This property is home to the interesting life and stories of William F. Cody. It also serves as an observation deck and is a park created as tribute to the cowboy and Indian days. The Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center is one of the convention centers located in the Bettendorf area. It is home to several events and celebrations with over 24,000 square feet of space available to guests. Sitting close to this establishment is the Radisson Quad City Plaza. This 3-star hotel features an on-site restaurant and the skywalk located near the RiverCenter. The Holiday Inn Rock Island is another budget-friendly hotel in the region. It is located 8.8 miles from the Quad City International Airport. The main downtown area of Davenport is just a 5-minute drive away from the property. The Icons Martini Bar and the Skellington Manor Event Center are both located less than a mile from the property.