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A Brief History of Bucktown: Davenport’s Infamous District Transformed

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German immigrants created leafy beer gardens here nearly two centuries ago, setting up Bucktown as the center of entertainment in downtown Davenport for generations. In 1916, the founding of the Tri-City Symphony Orchestra on the Burtis Opera House embodied the neighborhood’s reputation for high culture. The a large number of saloons and theaters, in addition to the forty-two documented brothels that flourished within two blocks, lent a bawdy side to the great times. Varied industries thrived through World War II, and downtown bustled with shoppers visiting department shops like Petersen’s. Later, the neighborhood struggled and declined as a farming crisis hit the region hard. With revitalized landmarks just like the magnificent Hotel Blackhawk and the historic Redstone Building, the community is growing more vibrant as a spot to live, work and play. Writer Jonathan Turner explores this dynamic history and transformation.

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