Joe Noe’s Tavern
The property was owned by Adlai E. Stevenson 1 from 1865 to 1887 while he…
St. Mary’s Orphanage
Read articles from several editions of the Metamora Herald related to the St. Mary's Orphanage.
Metamora Post Office
Learn about the first post office in Metamora, along with another Woodford County post office.
Metamora Trains
A review of select articles from the Metamora Herald about Metamora's trains.
Santa Clause In Metamora
Two articles from the Metamora Herald discuss Santa's visit in 1910.
Journey of the Boulder to Lincoln-Douglas Park
Dedication of the Lincoln-Douglas Boulder took place during the Old Settlers' Picnic held on August…
Lincoln-Douglas Park
The boulder in the park marks the spot on which Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A.…
Veterans’ Day
Through the years, the community has had different ways to remember November 11th, 1918.
Fire Bells in the Village Park
Two bells have served as fire alarms for the village about the 1840's
