The Venue
Renwick Mansion was built by William Renwick in 1877, who took over a lumber/sawmill business founded by his father. The home features a large Fourth-story tower that overlooks the Mississippi River, 8 bedrooms, 8 fireplaces, a 3 story staircase, a limestone exterior and it sits on 4 acres in the heart of Davenport.
In 1907, the mansion became part of St. Katharine’s School, and in 1973 was sold and became part of a nursing home complex. Although it was listed on the National Register of historic places in 1983, the home fell into disrepair. The ailing complex was purchased by a historic property developer in 1997, who renovated the Renwick House. In 2007, the Renwick opened to the public as a wedding reception venue and bed and breakfast.