December 2, 2014 - Celebrate the joy of the season, Saturday, December 13th, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm! The historic Bettendorf Mansion on Rivermont Collegiate's campus is beautifully decorated each year for the holidays. The Open House is an opportunity to view the breath-taking decor in all its splendor!

The Historic Joseph Bettendorf Mansion was built on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi. The Mansion is a local landmark, featuring Italian marble, painted ceilings, and hand carved woodwork. Joseph W. Bettendorf, head of the Bettendorf Company, built his English manor style home in 1915 for his family and to entertain railroad magnates from the east. In 1973, St. Katharine's-St. Mark's School (now Rivermont Collegiate) purchased the Mansion. In 1984, the Bettendorf Mansion was recognized for its historical significance to the people of Iowa and was entered in the National Register of Historic Places.

The Bettendorf Mansion is located at 1821 Sunset Drive, directly off 18th Street behind K&K Hardware in Bettendorf. Drop in between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. for light refreshments and tours of this local gem! This event is open to the public and dress is casual.

If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Jill Weitzel at 563-359-1366 Ext. 308 or email weitzel@rvmt.org.

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