Davenport, County seat in Scott County, Iowa, United States
Located along the Mississippi River, Davenport spans across hills and valleys, forming part of the Quad Cities metropolitan area.
The city received its name from Colonel George Davenport, who established the first European settlement in the region during 1836.
The Figge Art Museum in downtown Davenport contains more than 4,000 artworks, including American, European, and Spanish colonial collections.
The Davenport Municipal Airport serves private aircraft while the Quad Cities International Airport provides commercial flights in neighboring Moline.
The city maintains the largest amateur radio club in Iowa, with over 200 licensed operators supporting emergency communications.
Location: Scott County
Inception: May 14, 1836
Elevation above the sea: 180 m
Website: http://cityofdavenportiowa.com
GPS coordinates: 41.54306,-90.59083
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:12
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