John Deere Gift Shop Recognized as Top 10 Gift Shop in Illinois

The John Deere Gift Shop has been recognized as one of the top 10 in Illinois
The John Deere Gift Shop has been recognized as one of the top 10 in Illinois

The John Deere Gift Shop, located in Moline, Ill, has recently been named one of the top 10 gift shops in the state by the latest edition of the Illinois Travel Guide.

The gift shop features a wide range of gifts bearing the iconic John Deere logo, including ERTL farm and construction toys; John Deere clothing, bed, and bath supplies; books and videos; and products related to the John Deere Classic golf tournament.

The store was opened in 1997 and is located next to the John Deere Pavilion; according to a QuadCities Online post, the JD Pavilion underwent a near total transformation of the visitor experience in 2012, offering an up-close look at the company's global businesses and products, rich history and heritage, and solutions for the challenges of providing food and infrastructure to the world's growing population. The John Deere Pavilion has attracted 2.9 million visitors since its opening, providing ample customer flow to the gift shop.

From the QuadCities Online post, store manager, Dave Anderson, says, "We're honored to be among some of the most esteemed museum gift shops in Illinois. Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing a one-of-a-kind shopping experience for visitors from around the world where our leaping deer trademark is always in sight."

The John Deere Gift Shop offers a wide range of gifts for kids and adults, and remains a top gift shop in the state of Illinois, according to the Illinois Travel Guide.