- TripBuzz found 24 things to do with kids in or near Metropolis, Illinois, including 17 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Paducah and Golconda.
- From Bob's Bowling & Recreation Center to Fort Massac State Park, the Metropolis area offers 35 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Statues, Bowling and National & State Parks.
- Metropolis is situated along the Ohio River in southern Illinois. Metropolis has a rich history having been involved in many of the early American wars, including the French-Indian War, Revolutionary War, and Civil War. Guests can observe this preserved history by visiting Fort Massac State Park or the Kincaid Mounds Archaeological Site.
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One of the oldest continuously producing theaters in the country is Playhouse in the Park. Throughout the season, a variety of popular plays are shown at the venue, and there is a special young actors' guild.
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Operated by Murray State University, Roy Stewart Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium used for sports including track and field and football. The stadium provides an artificial turf field, a running track and a seating capacity of 16,800.
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3000 W DeYoung St, Ste 800C, Marion, IL 62959
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Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center is an entertainment complex aimed at providing fun and enjoyable attractions to its customers. Visitors to the complex enjoy playing laser tag, spending time on the playground, or winning in the arcade.
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The trip to AMC Centre 8 is cinematic. The stubs program is particularly enjoyed by the visitors, and the staff provide good guidance regarding the program. Ticketing is very easy, and the shows are entertaining.
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Produced every January, Campus Lights is an annual student-run production at Murray State University that performs musical theater. Some of their works include The Music Man, Anything Goes and Beauty and the Beast.
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North 16th Street and University Drive, Murray, KY
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Housed in the first permanent building constructed on the Murray State University campus, the Wrather West Kentucky Museum highlights the history of West Kentucky and the Jackson Purchase. Changing exhibits are also offered which cover this past era.
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The movie theater, Cheri Theatres, features a $0.50 discount per ticket on cash sales, 3D viewings, senior discounts, and stadium seating. The theater also offers 'Dolby Digital Surround Sound' and hearing impaired listening devices.
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The Arboretum at Murray State has a fully accessible horticultural display, public garden, and educational center. Two miles of paths offer visitors a relaxing walk and viewing of diverse plant life in open woodlands, savanna, prairie, forest, and wetlands.
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Corvette Lanes is a bowling alley that features shoe rentals, 'Glow Bowling', a fully stocked pro shop, a game room, and pool tables. The alley also offers competitive bowling leagues for adults.
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Founded in 1976, the Community Theatre has made it its mission to provide high quality shows and performances to its guests. The theatre also puts a large focus on education and provides classes for all ages.