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Metropolis Murals

Ferry and Market Streets, Metropolis, IL 62960

Public Art

A series of six murals are painted on buildings along Ferry Street and Market Street in downtown Metropolis.

Each mural reveals a different story and makes our heritage come alive through artistic renderings of local historical events. Interpretive plaques describe the historical significance of each.

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Superman Celebration

Jun 12 – Jun 14

This family event is packed with activities that will satisfy the Superman novice to the Superman expert. It’s More than a Convention, Better than a…

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ASA Pro/Am Archery Tournament

Mermet Lake •  Jun 25 – Jun 27

ASA 3-D archery features competitive rounds of lifelike, three-dimensional animal targets made of foam.

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Fort Massac Encampment

Fort Massac State Park •  Oct 17 – Oct 18 @ 9AM

See what life was like back in the 1700s and early 1800s at Fort Massac State Park’s 44th annual Fort Massac Encampment.

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