Gail P.Smith is admin of this page. Smith (AKA Tech-Know Grammy on FB and other places.) I live in Davenport, IA about a 5-10 minute walk from one of the hidden jewels of the Mid-West, Vander Veer Park. I love to walk in the park taking pictures, enjoying nature and seeing the flora & fauna there at all times of the year. Because I love the park so much, this page was created hoping to entice read
ers to slow down their texting, working, shuttling and yes, even Facebooking and take some time to enjoy nature in a setting of peaceful gardens, a lovely lagoon and splashing fountains. At least in the warmer months. Please let me know what you like and don't like about the page. I promise to provide pretty pictures for you. If you can't get to the park, maybe I can bring a bit of it to YOU. This page is not connected to the city of Davenport in any way, just a little old lady who wants to share what a wonderful place Vander Veer Park is. For more information about the park you can contact https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/departments/parks_recreation. Here's some info from Vander Veer's website:
Basic information
Location: Between Brady and Harrison Streets (Highway 61 North and South) just south of West Central Park Avenue in Davenport, Iowa. Several classes and community workshops are held in the Gardener's Grounds Education Center. This facility is located across the street from the Conservatory, just north of the park. Hours: The Conservatory, Park Store and greenhouses* are open Tuesdays-Sundays from 10 am-4 pm (closed on Mondays). Admission is always free on. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The park is open daily from sunrise until one half-hour after sunset. Vehicle entrances are off Central Park Avenue. Admission to the park is free. * Greenhouses are currently closed, 11-20-2023
Contact information:
Visitor Services at the Park Store: (563) 326-7818
The Friends of Vander Veer: (563) 323-3298
Mailing address 214 W. Central Park Avenue, Davenport Iowa 52803-1503
Vander Veer Botanical Park History
Since its establishment in 1885, gardens and floral displays have been a tradition at this beautiful 33 acre park, inviting visitors to stroll from the Conservatory to the Stone Fountain. The park grounds are home to an extensive collection of gardens and trees, including many planted during the early 1890's; maps & other information about current events are available at the Conservatory.
