Schmidt Block

The Schmidt Block, also known as the F.T. Schmidt Building, is a historic site in downtown Davenport, Iowa, recognized for its unique Romanesque Revival architecture. Built in 1896 by Fritz T. Schmidt for his wine and liquor business, it showcases distinctive features such as large round-arched windows and Adamesque embellishments. The building has served various purposes over the years, including housing upscale restaurants, and is now part of the Davenport Downtown Commercial Historic District. Visitors can enjoy its architectural beauty and the vibrant atmosphere of the surrounding urban park.