Metamora is Indiana's treasured 1838 canal town. Nestled in Indiana's beautiful countryside, Metamora is steeped in history and famous for its preservation of Indiana's oldest and still operating water-powered grist mill.
At historic Metamora you'll escape to the past and experience what it was like in the 1800's. Visit the gristmill and pick up a bag of their freshly stone-ground cornmeal or flour. Take a ride in the canal boat through the only existing wooden aqueduct in the United States. Board the train for a short trip on the Whitewater Railroad. Take in the lush scenery of the Whitewater River Valley on the 2.6 mile rustic hiking & biking trail along the historic Whitewater Canal.
While in Metamora, Indiana journey through the early 19th century history of horse-drawn canal boats, which fueled the Southeastern Indiana economy until its displacement by the railroad. Shop in stores housed in historic buildings dated back to the early 1800s, eat and above all else... Enjoy the slow relaxing pace of the past!
Metamora is one of the most charming and fascinating towns in Indiana! Well known for its wide range of delightful shops, restaurants, friendly shopkeepers, events, festivals, and tasty eats and treats. A must see town that retains all of its traditional charm and languid atmosphere.
Metamora is only a short trip away. Located 65 miles east of Indianapolis and 35 miles west of Cincinnati. Visit http://www.metamoraindiana.com/index.htm for complete information.
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