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Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, March 26, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, March 26, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, March 26, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, March 27, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, March 27, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, March 27, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, March 28, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, March 28, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, March 28, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Eiermarkt Spring Vendor Market

browse a variety of crafts and homemade goods from our local vendors and artisans; featured crafts will be pysanky eggs, homemade breads and candies, canned produce, florals, plus much more; free admission all day; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Eiermarkt Spring Vendor Market

browse a variety of crafts and homemade goods from our local vendors and artisan; featured crafts will be pysanky eggs, homemade breads and candies, canned produce, florals, plus much more; free museum admission all day; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, March 29, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, March 29, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, March 29, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, March 30, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, March 30, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, March 30, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, March 31, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, March 31, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 1, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 1, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Irish Cottage Watercolor Workshop

capture the charm of cozy cottages in watercolor; choose from several cottage scenes as you explore perspective, trees, flowers, and sky details that bring your painting to life. Learn and practice watercolor techniques, like wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry, in a supportive, hands-on setting; perfect for beginners or intermediate painters ready to relax, create, and have fun; $25-30; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 2, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 2, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 2, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 3, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 3, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 3, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 4, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 4, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 4, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Basket Weaving Class

beginners and experienced weavers are welcome to this basket weaving workshop; we will weave a round basket with a swing handle; all tools and weaving materials will be supplied; space is limited; no experience necessary; $60 for members, $70 for non-members; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Saturday, April 4, 2026, 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 5, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 5, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 5, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 6, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 6, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 6, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 7, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 7, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 8, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 8, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 9, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 9, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 9, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 10, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 10, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 10, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 11, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 11, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 11, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 12, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 12, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 12, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaffee und Kuchen: Verschleppt -- The Carrying Off of Markus & Anna Mattes

presentation by John Mattes and Debbi Nitekman Kohl, with a music presentation by Debbi Nitekman Kohl, piano and translations by Diana Reiss Gingell; told mostly in the written words of Markus and Anna, this presentation will include slides of the family’s letters, photographs, and documents; it will also include music from the Shoah performed by Debbi on piano; this program speaks to universal and current themes of trauma, diversity, and resiliency; 1:30pm refreshments, 2pm program; $10 suggested donation; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Sunday, April 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 13, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 13, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 13, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 14, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 14, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 15, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 15, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 16, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 16, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 16, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 17, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 17, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 17, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 18, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 18, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 18, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

An Evening with Thomas Meinecke

join us for an evening of refreshments, conversation, and listening sessions with Thomas Meinecke as he shares his love of music and Bix Beiderbecke; $10 suggested donation, cash bar available; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Saturday, April 18, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 19, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 19, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 19, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Coop, a Story of an Amish Conscientious Objector

Mary Swander's one-person play based on the little-known story of Mennonite men from Kalona, Iowa, and others who were conscientious objectors during WWI and WWII; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 20, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 20, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 20, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 21, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 21, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 22, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 22, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 23, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 23, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 23, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 24, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 24, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, April 24, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 25, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 25, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, April 25, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 26, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 26, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Violins of Hope

thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, April 26, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

The Holocaust by Bullets: The Twisted Path to Auschwitz

a program in the Kaffee und Kuchen series; on June 22, 1941, the German military invaded the Soviet Union in the largest military assault in history code named Operation Barbarossa, with four elite SS mobile killing units called Einsatzgruppen; discover the critical role that these units played in the evolution of the Nazi-directed genocide and why this "Holocaust by Bullets" led directly to the opening of extermination camps; 1:30pm refreshments, 2pm program; free for members, $8 for non-members; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Sunday, April 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 27, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, April 27, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, April 28, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, April 29, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 30, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, April 30, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 1, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 1, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 2, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 2, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 3, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 3, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 4, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 4, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 5, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 6, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 7, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 7, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 8, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 8, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 9, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 9, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 10, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 10, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 11, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 11, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 12, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 13, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 14, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 14, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 15, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 15, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 16, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 16, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 16, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 17, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 17, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 17, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 18, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 18, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 18, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 19, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 19, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 20, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 20, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 21, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 21, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 21, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 22, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 22, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 22, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 23, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 23, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 23, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 24, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 24, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 24, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 25, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 25, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, May 25, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 26, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, May 26, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 27, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, May 27, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 28, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 28, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Thursday, May 28, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 29, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 29, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Friday, May 29, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 30, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 30, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Saturday, May 30, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 31, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 31, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Sunday, May 31, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, June 1, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, June 1, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Monday, June 1, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, June 2, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Tuesday, June 2, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Kaleidoscope Odyssey

thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Putnam Museum & Science Center. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy

thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, June 3, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.

Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States

thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time. Wednesday, June 3, 2026. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit gahc.org.