Historic Presentations
If you would like to schedule a historic presentation for your organization or meeting please contact Gretchen Small at 309-765-7971 or e-mail gsmall@butterworthcenter.com. Topics are listed below.

Deere-Wiman House
Learn about the architecture of the house built in 1872 and the four generations of John Deere's descendants who lived there. Duration: 30- 45 minutes, including questions

Butterworth Center
The home, built in 1892, underwent several changes throughout the years. The house has grown to three times its original size. Learn about William and Katherine Butterworth, the only couple to live in the house. Duration: 30- 45 minutes, including questions

Deere-Wiman House Swimming Pool
Learn about the unique indoor swimming pool that was built in 1917. The program including photos taken when the building was built and photos through the years until its demolition in the late 1980s. Duration: 30- 45 minutes, including questions

How to Date Your Antique Photographs
Learn simple methods for determining the date of photographs from the 1800s and early 1900s. Duration: 30- 45 minutes, including questions

Victorian Ladies' Clothing
Looks back at the wonderful era of women's clothing from the 1860s to 1910. Duration: 30- 45 minutes, including questions

The Emancipation of Women's Clothing
How has women's clothing changed in the first half of the 20th century? Learn about events that have influenced fashion throughout the years. Duration: 30- 45 minutes, including questionsDeere-Wiman Gardens
Learn about Deere-Wiman grounds through historical photos and current photos of the beautiful gardens.

A Victorian Christmas
Learn about the Christmas traditions that began during the Victorian era. Duration: 30- 45 minutes, including questions

John Deere's Trip West
Follow John Deere's journey from Vermont to Illinois and learn why and how he settled in Moline, IL.