Downtown Rock Island Historic District, Rock Island
Facts and practical information
The Downtown Rock Island Historic District is a national historic district encompassing 82.3 acres in downtown Rock Island, Illinois. The oldest buildings in the district are from the 1860s, two decades after Rock Island's founding, and buildings from then until 1969 can be found in the district, making it reflective of the city's development over time. The majority of the buildings in the district are commercial buildings, as downtown Rock Island has historically been the city's commercial center; these include several building types, mainly one-part and two-part commercial blocks, designed in a wide variety of the architectural styles popular in the late nineteenth and early to mid twentieth centuries. The district was also historically the center of Rock Island's social life, and many theaters and clubhouses for social organizations can be found in the district. Several of Rock Island's major government buildings, including the city hall and old county courthouse, are also part of the district. ()
1829 2nd AvenueDowntown Rock IslandRock Island
Downtown Rock Island Historic District – 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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Downtown Rock Island Historic District?
How to get to Downtown Rock Island Historic District by public transport?
Bus
- Ground Transportation Center (20 min walk)