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Massac County Youth Fair is an event venue at 4476 Korte Rd, Metropolis, IL 62960. It is in Massac County, about 7 miles from Paducah.
- Address
- 4476 Korte Rd, Metropolis, IL 62960
- Phone
- (618) 524-4608
- County
- Massac County
- Highways
- Interstate 24, U.S. Route 45, Illinois Route 145
- Distance
- about 7 miles from Paducah (straight line)
About Metropolis
Metropolis is a small city in southern Illinois, located in Massac County along the north bank of the Ohio River, just across from Kentucky. Founded in 1839 near the historic Fort Massac site, the town has roots dating back to Native American cultures and French settlers from the 18th century. Metropolis is known for its Superman-themed attractions, including a 15-foot bronze Superman statue and a Lois Lane statue honoring the TV series. The city is accessible by Interstate 24, U.S. Route 45, and Illinois Route 145, and is served by the Paducah & Illinois Railroad. Nearby is Paducah, Kentucky, just seven miles away. The area also features riverboat casino tourism and a uranium processing facility.
Getting there
- Highways
- Interstate 24, U.S. Route 45, Illinois Route 145
- Rail and air
- Served by the Paducah & Illinois Railroad with connections to major railways; nearest major city is Paducah, Kentucky.
- Nearest city
- Paducah, Kentucky
Around Metropolis
- Fort Massac: Originally built by the French in 1757, it was reconstructed in 1794 and later abandoned after earthquake damage.
- Superman Statue: A 15-foot-tall bronze statue of Superman located in front of the county courthouse.
- Lois Lane Statue: Statue of Noel Neill's Lois Lane from The Adventures of Superman located a few blocks from the courthouse.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Massac County Youth Fair located?
- Massac County Youth Fair is at 4476 Korte Rd, Metropolis, IL 62960, in Massac County.
- How do I get to Massac County Youth Fair?
- Metropolis is served by Interstate 24, U.S. Route 45, Illinois Route 145. It is about 7 miles from Paducah.
- What is there to see in Metropolis?
- Places to see in Metropolis include Fort Massac, Superman Statue, Lois Lane Statue.
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