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Villiger Blacksmith Shop Grand Opening

By June 23rd, 2024No Comments1 min read

The Villiger Blacksmith Shop in Metamora held a Grand Opening on June 4th, 2005.

The Villiger Blacksmith Shop History is displayed in the entryway
The Villiger Blacksmith Shop History is displayed in the entryway

Visitors were greeted at the door.
Visitors were greeted at the door.
A local farrier hammers a new horse shoe.
A local farrier hammers a new horse shoe.
Dusty gets a new front shoe.
Dusty gets a new front shoe.
A young apprentice demonstrates use of the old pedal grinder.
A young apprentice demonstrates use of the old pedal grinder.
Thanks to Illinois Valley Blacksmith Association members for the blacksmithing demonstrations.
Thanks to Illinois Valley Blacksmith Association members for the blacksmithing demonstrations.

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Shirley Adams

Shirley Adams

Shirley Adams was a lifelong Metamora resident and collected information and photos on its rich history for over 50 years. Information and photos for many of the articles posted here are from her archives. Enjoy reading.

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