Rock Island Public Library, Rock Island

Name: Rock Island Public Library
Address: 401 19th St, Rock Island, United States

#12 among attractions in Rock Island

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The Rock Island Public Library is located in downtown Rock Island, Illinois. The Rock Island Public Library traces its beginnings to 1872, making it one the oldest public libraries in Illinois. However, fee-based public libraries started in 1855 in Rock Island and have contributed to the history of Illinois' original library system. ()

Coordinates: 41°30'31"N, 90°34'21"W

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401 19th StDowntown Rock IslandRock Island United States

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Rock Island Public Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Figge Art Museum, Putnam-Parker Block, J.H.C. Petersen's Sons' Store, Modern Woodmen Park.

0.8 miN
Museum, Art museum
Figge Art Museum, Davenport
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Davenport, Iowa, the Figge Art Museum stands as a beacon of culture and creativity. This modern museum, with its sleek glass façade, offers a window into the world of art for the curious traveler and the avid art enthusiast alike.
0.9 miN
Shopping, Department store, Chicago school architecture
Putnam-Parker Block, Davenport
24 min walk • The Putnam-Parker Block, also known as City Square, are historic structures located in downtown Davenport, Iowa, United States. The property is three buildings that take up the south half of block 43 in what is known as LeClaire's First Addition. The main façade of the structures face south along West Second Street.
0.9 miN
Shopping, Department store, Romanesque revival architecture
J.H.C. Petersen's Sons' Store, Davenport
23 min walk • The J.H.C. Petersen's Sons' Store also known as the Petersen Harned-Von Maur Store Building and the Redstone Building, is a historic building in Davenport, Iowa, United States.
0.8 miNW
Sport, Sport venue
Modern Woodmen Park, Davenport
22 min walk • Modern Woodmen Park is a minor league baseball venue located in Davenport, Iowa, United States. It is home to the Quad Cities River Bandits, the High-A Central affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. Since 1987, St.
~810 ftNW
Neighbourhood
Downtown Rock Island Historic District, Rock Island
4 min walk • The Downtown Rock Island Historic District is a national historic district encompassing 82.3 acres in downtown Rock Island, Illinois.
0.4 miE
Garden, Park, Botanical garden
Quad City Botanical Center, Rock Island
11 min walk • The Quad City Botanical Center is a set of botanical gardens located next to the Mississippi River at 2525 4th Avenue, Rock Island, Illinois. It is open daily except major holidays; an admission fee is charged. The center opened on June 20, 1998.
0.9 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
Davenport RiverCenter, Davenport
24 min walk • RiverCenter is a convention center located in downtown Davenport, Iowa, United States. It is made up of two associated buildings sited on the north and south sides of East Third Street. The Adler Theatre is connected to the original section of the convention center on the north side of the complex.
0.8 miNW
Park, View point, Mission Revival Style architecture
LeClaire Park Bandshell, Davenport
20 min walk • The W.D. Petersen Memorial Music Pavilion, commonly referred to as the LeClaire Park Bandshell, is located on Beiderbecke Drive in LeClaire Park, Davenport, Iowa.
0.5 miNW
Bridge
Rock Island Centennial Bridge, Davenport
14 min walk • The Rock Island Centennial Bridge, officially the Master Sargeant Stanley W. Talbot Memorial Bridge, connects Rock Island, Illinois, and Davenport, Iowa. The bridge is 3,850 feet long and stands 170 feet above water level.
0.8 miN
Memorial
Dillon Memorial, Davenport
21 min walk • The Dillon Memorial is a historic structure located in LeClaire Park, near downtown Davenport, Iowa, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983 and on the Davenport Register of Historic Properties in 1993.
0.8 miN
Bridge, Chicago school architecture
Davenport Skybridge, Davenport
21 min walk • The Davenport Skybridge is a pedestrian cable-stayed bridge that spans River Drive in downtown Davenport, Iowa. It connects LeClaire Park to a courtyard and parking ramp on 2nd Street, located near the River Music Experience.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rock Island Public Library?

Nearby attractions include Fort Armstrong Theatre, Rock Island (3 min walk), Downtown Rock Island Historic District, Rock Island (4 min walk), Best Building, Rock Island (7 min walk), Connor House, Rock Island (7 min walk).

How to get to Rock Island Public Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rock Island Public Library:

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Ground Transportation Center (23 min walk)