Metamora Post Office
Learn about the first post office in Metamora, along with another Woodford County post office.
History of the Metamora Garage Building
Completely remodeled, it now houses the Dollar General Store which opened in 1998.
Carl H. Hindson Grocery & Bakery
Carl H. Hindson came to Metamora in May of 1902 after learning the bakers’ trade.
Ice Houses in Metamora
In the 1930s ice houses began to disappear from the landscape in the village area.…
Willman’s Drug Store
WILLMAN’S DRUG STORE was in operation from 1917 to 1989.
The Old Bank Building
The old bank building (now the Post Office) at the intersection of Partridge and Davenport…
G&B Grocery Store
A May 14, 1948, Metamora Herald, discusses the G&B Grocery Store.
Metamora Shoe Store
Photos and a Metamora Herald clipping highlight the Metamora shoe store.
Villiger Invention
Joseph Villiger and Conrad Alig are reported in the Metamora Herald with fifth wheel invention.
Metamora’s First Beautician
"When I was 20 years old and working in the homes of the rich people…
