1927 Vander Veer Park Davenport Iowa

This charming vintage postcard, titled “Fountain, Vander Veer Park, Davenport, Iowa”, captures a serene moment at the heart of one of Iowa’s oldest botanical parks. The image showcases the stately central fountain, encircled by graceful walking paths, flower beds in full bloom, and a canopy of mature trees—an idyllic scene that speaks to the city’s vision of natural beauty and public gathering spaces.

Vander Veer Botanical Park has its roots in a rich local history, having once been open farmland in 1865 and transformed into fairgrounds just two years later. It wasn’t until 1885 that the space was officially dedicated as a city park, designed with a naturalistic layout by landscape engineer Olaf Benson. Inspired by the popular garden parks of the era, Vander Veer became a model of horticultural elegance in the Midwest. The fountain featured here has long served as a centerpiece and symbol of the park’s charm and civic pride.

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