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Discover QC Museums & History

Preserving the past, creating memories, and looking forward to the future are essential dynamics of life in the Quad Cities. From museums dedicated to art, science, military, trucking, and geology, to those honoring past eras and people, each of our museums delivers something completely different and each opens the doors to discovery and learning.

Take your pick from more than 14 museums that will take you back in time, to today, and into the future. From the Putnam Museum & Science Center, Figge Art Museum, and Family Museum, to the Buffalo Bill Museum, Karpeles Manuscript Museum, Rock Island Arsenal Museum, German American Heritage Center, Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village and the Deere-family mansions, our museums come in all shapes, sizes and experiences.

Start your journey of discovery with these museums and historic sites.