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Women’s Entrepreneurial Spirit: The Home Cooking Company
On March 15, 1894 a unique business filed for incorporation in Scott County, Iowa. Named the Home Cooking Company its intentions were for the manufacturing and supplying of food and confectionery. Stocks were listed at $20,000 with $1,500 to start … Continue reading →
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QC Beats
The Davenport Public Library and QC Beats have now partnered to deliver cardholders access to music by Quad City Artists. Your library card will allow you to not only listen to the music by Quad City Artists but will also grant you the ability to download music to add to your current collection. Simply click Learn More and log in with your library card to enjoy free music.
Online Resources
Davenport Public Library offers a wide variety of research tools to assist you in your information search. Whether you are interested in starting a business, purchasing a new car, looking for a place to move in retirement or assisting an elderly parent get the services they need, we've got resources and knowledgeable staff that can assist you.
Friends of the Library
The mission of the FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library is to raise funds and manage an endowment portfolio that will provide resources to support the literary and educational purposes of the Davenport Public Library.