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• DESIGNING OF THE QUAD CITIES: UNTOLD AND UNUSUAL STORIES (PART 2)

  • When
    Mon, November 30, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • Location
    Bettendorf Public Library 2950 18th St, Bettendorf, IA 52722

  DESIGNING OF THE QUAD CITIES: UNTOLD AND UNUSUAL STORIES (PART 2)

  Join local historian Ellen Shapley for the continuation of her fascinating look into the architectural and design history of the Quad Cities!

  Date & Time:

  Monday, November 30, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

  Location:

  Bettendorf Public Library
  2950 18th St, Bettendorf, IA 52722

  Presenter:

  Ellen Shapley, Local Historian

  About the Event

  Join us for Part 2 of Ellen Shapley's engaging presentation series, Designing of the Quad Cities: Untold and Unusual Stories. Building on the intriguing history uncovered in Part 1, Ellen dives deeper into the unique architectural choices, urban planning decisions, and lesser-known historical narratives that have shaped the physical and cultural landscape of the Quad Cities.

  Discover the hidden details, forgotten architects, and surprising anecdotes behind iconic local structures and community developments. Whether you attended Part 1 or are joining for the first time, this presentation offers a fresh, captivating perspective on our local history.

  Highlights & Key Details

  • Admission: Free and open to the public.
  • Venue: Held in-person at the Bettendorf Public Library.
  • Focus: Quad Cities local history, historic architecture, and community design.

  More Details & Registration

  For library program details, room location, and registration updates, visit the Bettendorf Public Library calendar.

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• GIVING TUESDAY 2026: SUPPORT SCHPS

  • When
    Tue, December 01, 2026
  • Location
    Online | SCHPS.org

  GIVING TUESDAY 2026: SUPPORT SCHPS

  Support historic preservation, community education, advocacy, and regional research across Scott County!

  Date:

  Tuesday, December 1, 2026

  Location / Platform:

  Online | SCHPS.org

  Organizer:

  Scott County Historic Preservation Society (SCHPS)

  About Giving Tuesday

  Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity that encourages people to give back to the organizations and causes that strengthen their local communities. This year, consider making a tax-deductible contribution to the Scott County Historic Preservation Society to help us safeguard and share our region’s rich architectural and cultural heritage.

  Your support directly funds our core initiatives, ensuring that Scott County's history remains vibrant, accessible, and preserved for future generations.

  How Your Gift Helps SCHPS

  • Advocacy: Promoting the protection and recognition of endangered historical landmarks across Scott County.
  • Preservation: Supporting hands-on preservation projects and community historical assessments.
  • Education: Hosting free public lectures, historical tours, and educational programs throughout the Quad Cities.
  • Research: Archiving local historical records, photographs, and stories to keep regional history alive.

  Make a Difference Today

  Every contribution—large or small—directly impacts our mission. Thank

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