The Deere-Wiman House is located in Moline at 817 11th Avenue on top of a hill overlooking the city.In 1872, John Deere's son, Charles, built the Deere-Wiman House for his wife, Mary Little Dickinson Deere, and their daughters, Anna and Katherine. It was Charles beloved home.

They named their Swiss Villa style residence "Overlook" because of its hilltop location above the growing city of Moline, Illinois, and the family business, the John Deere Plow Works. Overlook served as home to four generations of Deere.Hiis granddaughter, Patty Deere Wiman, lived in the house until 1976.descendants. it was donated for public use three years later.There is an incredable amout of history inside the house. The gardens outside are incredible.
For more information phone 309- 765-7971

BUTTERWORTH CENTER

In 1892, Charles Deere built Butterworth Center a block from his beloved Overlook as a wedding gift for his youngest daughter, Katherine, and her husband William Butterworth.

Interior tours of the Center lead guests through three floors of handsomely appointed rooms that originally served as living quarters to William and Katherine Butterworth.

The 50-foot canvas ceiling painting was purchased by William and Katherine Butterworth, granddaughter of John Deere, from P.W. French and Company of New York in 1917. The art was never signed, it came from Hotel Danieli, formerly a palazzo of the Dandolo family in Venice, Italy, and for 90 years it was believed to depict the Dandolo family.

 

The Homes are open for guided holiday tours and special events only. Outstanding gardens are open for viewing any time during daylight hours. Private tours of the homes are available by making an appointment. Donations appreciated. (309) 765-7971.

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