Quincy History

From Mountain Dew to car radios, Quincy’s inventions prove the Gem City’s history is full of surprising contributions to everyday life.

Quincy then and now: explore Broadway’s transformations, lost restaurants, and landmarks that shaped the city’s history.

With restaurants focused on flavors from many different countries and cultures, how is it that Quincy's German heritage has never joined the local buffet?

It was called the Gem City Drive-In and was located at 300 S. 36th Street.

I was lucky enough to have both my girls attend this daycare when they were young and loved every second of it.

You know, I wasn't born and raised in Quincy, but I've seen some changes around here. It's fascinating to watch Quincy evolve and grow, isn't it?

I've always known Quincy as being called "Little Chicago," but having one of the biggest criminal minds linked to a mansion in Quincy might make the statement true.

Did you know Quincy have a city vault in Woodland Cemetery?

Did you know that Quincy has it's own song about the city? Neither did I.

It's no secret that Quincy has a proud German heritage. Along with that huge migration of Germans to this area in the 1800's, came the desire to brew beer, as they did in the "old country."