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SUMMARY:Brown Bag Lunch Program - Foundations of the Nation & The Revolutionary War
DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch and join us at the Rock Island Arsenal Museum for our program series exploring the past and present of the Arsenal and 250 years of U.S. Army history. \nIn 1776\, a new nation was founded. Established on the blood\, sweat\, and tears of many. The Army\, mustered with the intention of fighting for freedom\, had been established a year earlier on 14 June 1775. This new Army marched into war against the British\, paving the way for our United States of America. \nThe Brown Bag Lunch Program will be held in the Museum’s classroom\, located at the back of the Museum.
URL:https://arsenalhistoricalsociety.org/events/brown-bag-lunch-program-foundations-of-the-nation-the-revolutionary-war/
LOCATION:Rock Island Arsenal Museum\, 1 Rock Island Arsenal Bldg. 60 – 3500 North Ave.\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61299\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brown Bag Lunch Program,Rock Island Arsenal Museum
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SUMMARY:RIAHS Speaker Series: The Story of the Mark VIII Tank
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! \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\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/
LOCATION:Rock Island Arsenal Museum\, 1 Rock Island Arsenal Bldg. 60 – 3500 North Ave.\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61299\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rock Island Arsenal,Rock Island Arsenal Museum
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SUMMARY:Gallery Talk - Breaking Barriers: Women Workers at Rock Island Arsenal
DESCRIPTION:Since the turn of the century\, women have played an increasingly large role in the work at Rock Island Arsenal.\nJoin Museum curator Patrick Allie on a gallery tour that explores this unique part of the Arsenal’s history.
URL:https://arsenalhistoricalsociety.org/events/gallery-talk-breaking-barriers-women-workers-at-rock-island-arsenal/
LOCATION:Rock Island Arsenal Museum\, 1 Rock Island Arsenal Bldg. 60 – 3500 North Ave.\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61299\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery Talk,Rock Island Arsenal,Rock Island Arsenal Museum
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SUMMARY:Colonel Davenport House Pioneer Days
DESCRIPTION:The Colonel Davenport House on RIA invites you step back in time and see what life was like on the island way back when with their Pioneer Days event! \n\n\n\nCraftsmen and historians will be on hand to demonstrate and discuss the pre-industrial methods of livelihood and what life on the Mississippi River was like before smartphones\, and even air conditioning\, made our lives easier and more comfortable. A definite eye-opening experience for the younger folks out there!
URL:https://arsenalhistoricalsociety.org/events/colonel-davenport-house-pioneer-days/
LOCATION:Colonel Davenport House\, Davenport Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonel Davenport House
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SUMMARY:Colonel Davenport House Pioneer Days
DESCRIPTION:The Colonel Davenport House on RIA invites you step back in time and see what life was like on the island way back when with their Pioneer Days event! \n\n\n\nCraftsmen and historians will be on hand to demonstrate and discuss the pre-industrial methods of livelihood and what life on the Mississippi River was like before smartphones\, and even air conditioning\, made our lives easier and more comfortable. A definite eye-opening experience for the younger folks out there!
URL:https://arsenalhistoricalsociety.org/events/more-information-coming-soon-6/
LOCATION:Colonel Davenport House\, Davenport Ave\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Colonel Davenport House
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