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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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ASA Pro/Am Archery Tournament

Mermet Lake •  Jun 26 – Jun 29

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

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Summer Concert Series - Metropolis

Jun 27 @ 6:30PM

Free outdoor concerts from 6:30 to 9PM

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Massac County Youth Fair & Farm Show

Youth Fairgounds •  Jul 11 – Jul 12

Youth from the 13 southernmost counties in Illinois bring their best projects and livestock to show at the fairgrounds located by the school. There are many…

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