The Schertz Family Farm
The Schertz family farm lies north of Metamora in Metamora Township and was made a…
The Pre-Civil War Log Barn On The Engel Farm
The barn was built by John Engel (1801-1888), and his half brother Peter Engel (1794-1875).
History of Metamora Packing Company
In the 1940s, the Metamora Packing Company was a great asset to the local community.
February 2024 Newsletter
When wolves roamed Metamora. Eyewitness account of the Underground Railroad. A Lincoln story. Pantagraph news…
December 2023 Newsletter
Some Christmas events in Metamora, 1910-1953; research while trying to find where Roswell Goings is…
October 2023 Newsletter
Searching in Oakwood Cemetery for the grave of Marie Speirs, owner of the Metamora House.…
August 2023 Newsletter
History and photos of 111 E. Partridge St. (east half of lot 3 in block…
June 2023 Newsletter
Old Metamora-area photos received from the Joliet Area Historical Museum. Kittenball/softball over 100 years ago
