- The list below includes 62 free or cheap things to do in or near Rock Island, Illinois, including 41 different types of inexpensive activities like Comedy Clubs, History Museums, Historic Sites and Music Venue.
- From Sunset Park to Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rock Island and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Davenport, Moline, Muscatine and Le Claire.
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Offering river access for watercraft of various sizes, Sunset Park features views of the water and shore of the Mississippi River. There is a lookout tower, as well, for sightseers to take in the views from a higher vantage.
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Located in a historic 1914 building, the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum is a historical site filled with artifacts and exhibits from the local area. These include historical documents, memorabilia from past presidents, and a rotating exhibit schedule.
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Covering 946 acres, the Rock Island Arsenal is the largest arsenal owned by the government of the United States. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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With plants from al the regions of the world and staff guided tours, the Quad City Botanical Center is aimed for both adults and children. It has different festivals all around the year, including Pumpkin Extravaganza and Chocolate Festivals.
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With over 60,000 visitors annually, the Mississippi River Visitors Center exhibits river navigation items and not only. Many visitors come here for eagle watching, since this is a favorite feeding spot for the birds during the winter.
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The 208-acre Black Hawk State Historic Site is a wooded tract of land that borders the Rock River. Prehistoric Native American Indians and nineteenth-century settlers originally used the site.
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Built in 1833, the Colonel Davenport House is a historical structure. Visitors can take an educational guided tour of the house, originally considered a mansion at the time of its construction.
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1038 21st Street, Rock Island, IL 61204
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The Broadway National Historic District is a neighborhood that is made up of 550 homes and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The district has houses styled after Queen Anne, Italianate, and Colonial Revival architecture.
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Bldg. 60, North Avenue just east of Gillespie, Rock Island, IL
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Rock Island Arsenal Museum exhibits a collection of hundreds of firearms, from smaller ones to some dating back to 1832. Also, all around the year, special events take place, such as the Domestic Violence Awareness meetings.
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5000 44th Street, Rock Island, IL 61201
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This holiday destination hosts an amazing group of musicians who perform beautifully. The shows are free and the Gamblers involve themselves in a fun-filled show. It's a wonderfully happy destination for everyone.