Our blog is filled with fun stories and little-known facts about special places.

Come learn about those places and the people who made them unique, as well as highlights of our Adventures.

Photograph credits: @ChiCitiGirl

LATEST BLOG POSTS

Culture

The History of Easter Eggs

eATLAS has partnered with Moline Centre on the Spring Egg Hunt. The Adventure requires players to search for eggs placed in numerous businesses in downtown Moline for the chance to win prizes from March 20th – April 5th. You can get started by downloading the eATLAS app at the App Store or Google Play.

March 27, 2026

Culture

The History of German-Americans in the Midwest

Kirk Marske from the German American Heritage Center and Museum in Davenport, IA is putting the finishing touches on his ‘Sculpture Scavenger Adventure’. Be on the lookout for this new Adventure focused on sculptures in downtown Davenport.

March 19, 2026

Culture

The Early History of Davenport

Davenport is the largest of the Quad Cities, which includes Bettendorf, Rock Island, and Moline. eATLAS has partnered with the Moline Centre on a pair of free Adventures: The 5th Avenue Tour visits 20 historic sites on Moline’s main street, starting at the former Le Claire Hotel, named after Davenport founder Antoine Le Claire. The River Drive Adventure takes you to 16 spots on what was once the city’s commercial district. You can get started by downloading the app at the App Store or Google Play.

March 12, 2026

Sports

The History of Rodeo

Rodeo buffs can take our free Rodeo Adventure, which has 10 challenges and questions. You can get started by downloading the app at the App Store or Google Play.

March 5, 2026

Activities

Creative Date Ideas in Chicago

eATLAS has dozens of self-guided Adventures throughout Chicago—from architecture, history, and cocktail tours to scavenger hunts—that provide great opportunities for people to get to know each other. You can get started by downloading the app at the App Store or Google Play.

February 26, 2026