The museum will be bounded by West River Drive and Harrison and 2nd streets and should be completed by fall 2002. Deere-Wiman House 817 11th Ave. The home was built by John Deere's son, Charles Deere, in 1872. His descendants lived in the house until 1976. Fryxell Geology Museum 820 38th St., Swenson Science Hall, Augustana College, Rock Island.
Admission is free.
The museum's emphasis is on fossils, from plants to dinosaurs, many of which are of a quality comparable to the best in the largest museums. This is the second largest geology museum in Illinois. Mississippi Valley Welcome Center Exit 306 on Interstate 80, LeClaire, Iowa. Information and exhibits about Iowa and Quad-City attractions. Scenic overlook and picnic area.