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SUMMARY:RIAHS Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:RIAHS Speaker Series\n\nRock Island Arsenal Director Patrick Allie will lead a discussion of women during WWI who entered the workforce in never-before-seen numbers\, and the war permeated every aspect of their lives. Special focus will be given to the women who came to work at Rock Island Arsenal during the war and the many firsts they marked. \n\nScheduleDinner begins at 5:30 PMPresentation begins at 6:00 PM \nRefreshmentsFood and drinks will be available for purchase at the Lock and Dam Lounge. \nRock Island Arsenal AccessPlease ensure you have the appropriate approval to enter the Island. Learn more here.
URL:https://arsenalhistoricalsociety.org/events/speaker-series/
LOCATION:Rock Island Arsenal Museum\, 1 Rock Island Arsenal Bldg. 60 – 3500 North Ave.\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61299\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rock Island Arsenal Historical Society,Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:A Henry Farnam Evening at the Rogalski Center
DESCRIPTION:River Action to Host 18th Annual Henry Farnam Evening Celebrating Regional History & Innovation\nDAVENPORT\, Iowa – River Action invites the community to attend the 18th Annual Henry Farnam Evening on Thursday\, March 26\, 2026\, at the Rogalski Center in Davenport. The evening will celebrate regional history\, innovation\, and the legacy of influential figures who shaped the Quad Cities and American agriculture. \nDoors open at 5:00 p.m.\, featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres\, a cash bar\, displays\, and a raffle. The evening’s program begins at 6:00 p.m. with presentations highlighting the historical development of industry\, water power\, and cultural heritage in the region. \nThe program will include: \n\nNeil Dahlstrom\, Heritage Marketing and Archives Manager at John Deere\, presenting “John Deere and the Development of American Agriculture.” Dahlstrom\, an archivist\, researcher\, and author of multiple books—including Tractor Wars—will explore four key eras of Deere’s growth from the 1830s through the late 1990s.\nPatrick Allie\, Director of the Rock Island Arsenal Museum\, discussing “The Development of Water Power in the QCA\, 1820–1862\,” and its role in influencing John Deere’s decision to establish operations in Moline.\nDale G. Haake\, former Quad Cities Area poet laureate\, presenting a dedicated reading of “A Grand Detour.”\nOpening remarks\, acknowledgements\, and a ceremonial toast by George Eaton.\n\nSince its founding in 2004\, Henry Farnam Evening has honored the historical legacy and lasting influence of Henry Farnam and other pioneers who helped shape the economic and cultural development of the Mississippi River region. \nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday\, March 26\, 2026\nLocation: Rogalski Center\, 518 W. Locust St.\, Davenport\, IA\n5:00 p.m.: Doors Open – Hors d’oeuvres\, cash bar\, displays\, raffle\n6:00 p.m.: Program Begins \nTickets\nProgram & Hors d’oeuvres: $35 per person\nReserved table of six: $180 per group\nTickets and additional information are available online or by calling 563-322-2969. \nAbout River Action\nRiver Action is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the environmental\, economic\, and cultural vitality of the Mississippi River and its riverfront through education\, advocacy\, and community engagement.
URL:https://arsenalhistoricalsociety.org/events/a-henry-farnam-evening-at-the-rogalski-center/
LOCATION:St. Ambrose University Rogalski Center\, 2101 Scott St\, Davenport\, IA\, 52804\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rock Island Arsenal Historical Society,Rock Island Arsenal Museum
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SUMMARY:RIAHS Speaker Series: The Story of the Mark VIII Tank\, Presented by Bob Foster
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the Rock Island Arsenal produced the iconic Mark VIII tank? \n\n\nThat’s right – the Mark VIII not only inspired the tank in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade\, it’s also remarkably significant to Quad Cities history. Today\, only 3 Mark VIII tanks remain in the world. And soon\, one of them will be available for display right here at the Rock Island Arsenal! \n\n\nJoin us for the RIAHS Speaker Series Program: “The Story of the Mark VIII Tank” presented by Bob Foster\, historian and museum volunteer. Learn about the rich history of the Mark VIII tank\, from its production at the Rock Island Arsenal between 1919 and 1920 to its deployment to post-WWI armor training camps. \n\n\nWhether you’re a history enthusiast or interested in learning about Quad Cities history\, this event is for you! \nDinner begins at 5:30.\nPresentation starts at 6:00. \nAdmission: \n\nThis event is free and open to the public.\n\nRefreshments:\nFood and drinks will be available for purchase at the Lock and Dam Lounge. https://rockisland.armymwr.com/programs/lock-and-dam-lounge\n\nRock Island Arsenal Access:\nPlease make sure you have the appropriate approval to enter the Island – https://arsenalhistoricalsociety.org/about/#planYourVisit
URL:https://arsenalhistoricalsociety.org/events/riahs-speaker-series-the-story-of-the-mark-viii-tank-presented-by-bob-foster/
LOCATION:Rock Island Arsenal Museum\, 1 Rock Island Arsenal Bldg. 60 – 3500 North Ave.\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61299\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rock Island Arsenal Historical Society,Speaker Series
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