Davenport in Scott County, Iowa — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

The Palmer Family Residence

Established 1912

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 9, 2022

1. The Palmer Family Residence Marker

Inscription. Within these walls is carried the story of a family from simple beginnings. Through hard work and determination, they achieved success and prosperity, they developed the chiropractic profession and were broadcasting pioneers. This house was the foundation of that truly American dream.

Built in 1874 in the Second Empire architectural style, B.J. and Mabel Palmer purchased the house in 1912. They made several additions throughout the years including the front porch and greenhouses.

Captions
• (Left) The Palmers were avid world travelers in the early 1920s. Many of the artifacts from those travels are on display in the residence and campus grounds today.
• (Right) The large greenhouse that once stood at the southwest corner of the Residence was known as “A Little Bit of Heaven”. This and the courtyard gardens were a major tourist attraction for many years.

The Palmer Family Residence was posted to the National Register of Historic Places on July 27, 1984.

Erected by Palmer College of Chiropractic.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Education • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1912.

Location. 41° 31.71′ N, 90° 34.453′

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W. Marker is in Davenport, Iowa, in Scott County. Marker is at the intersection of North Brady Street (Business U.S. 61) and West 8th Street, on the left when traveling north on North Brady Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 808 N Brady St, Davenport IA 52803, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. B.J. Palmer House (here, next to this marker); The Palmers (here, next to this marker); Argyle Flats (within shouting distance of this marker); Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Soldier's Monument (approx. 0.2 miles away); E.S. Barrows House (approx. ¼ mile away); Parker-Ficke House (approx. ¼ mile away); Original St. Ambrose College (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Davenport.

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Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 9, 2022

2. The Palmer Family Residence Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on July 13, 2022. It was originally submitted on July 13, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 126 times since then and 31 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 13, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.