Moline is one of the Quad Cities in western Illinois, US. It is located on a broad bluff between the banks of the Mississippi River and Rock River in Rock Island County in Illinois. It is a regional retail hub and makes a strong case for itself with shopaholics and business-friendly communities. For those interested in a vibrant nightlife during their Moline vacations, Downtown Moline is a beautiful result of many years of hard work that has skyrocketed the city as an epicenter of cultural and musical events. If you would like to save on your ticket prices and avoid last minute rush, you should opt for Moline vacation packages.
The best times to visit Moline are late spring and fall. These seasons pertain to March and April, and September and October respectively. Temperature would be between 48 and 63 deg F during these times.
Places of interest in Moline
The iWireless Center (formerly known as the MARK of the Quad Cities)
The iWireless Center is a 12000-seat multi-purpose arena in Downtown Moline (or Moline Centre). Ever since it was opened in 1993, it has won many awards for its remarkable architectural design. It has hosted several iconic sporting events including King of the Ring (2015) and some World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) broadcasts like Monday Night RAW and SmackDown. A star attribute of this arena is that it can be converted into a theatre in just six hours.
Deere & Company World Headquarters
The John Deere World Headquarters is a complex of four buildings related to famous 19th century blacksmith and manufacturer, John Deeere. This organization is scenically located on 1400 acres of beautifully kept land and comprises of a several species of flora and fauna. You would find exhibits related to John Deere’s antique equipments and his company's new equipment offerings.
The Rock Island Arsenal Museum
Established in 1905, the Rock Island Arsenal Museum is the second-oldest US Army Museum in the United States. It is focally known for the second-largest collection of small arms weapons that were ever used by the country’s army, seconded by several outdoor vehicles. It is well worth a visit for its Union Army prison camp that was operational during the Civil War between 1863 and 1865, and some assorted memorabilia related to it.