Metamora, Michigan facts for kids
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Metamora, Michigan
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Village
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| Village of Metamora | |
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Location within Lapeer County
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 Metamora, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Metamora, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Lapeer |
| Township | Metamora |
| Settled | 1843 |
| Incorporated | 1885 |
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| • Type | Village council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.83 sq mi (2.16 km2) |
| • Land | 0.83 sq mi (2.15 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,042 ft (318 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 594 |
| • Density | 715.67/sq mi (276.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48455
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| Area code(s) | 810 |
| FIPS code | 26-53340 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0632164 |
Metamora is a small and charming village located in Lapeer County in the U.S. state of Michigan. In 2020, about 594 people called Metamora home. The village is found within Metamora Township. It is known for its beautiful countryside and historic buildings.
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Where Metamora Is Located
Metamora is a small village in Michigan. According to official measurements, it covers an area of about 0.83 square miles (2.15 square kilometers). All of this area is land. This means there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Who Lives in Metamora?
The village of Metamora has seen its population change over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 236 | — | |
| 1890 | 314 | 33.1% | |
| 1900 | 313 | −0.3% | |
| 1910 | 276 | −11.8% | |
| 1920 | 271 | −1.8% | |
| 1930 | 293 | 8.1% | |
| 1940 | 281 | −4.1% | |
| 1950 | 390 | 38.8% | |
| 1960 | 452 | 15.9% | |
| 1970 | 468 | 3.5% | |
| 1980 | 552 | 17.9% | |
| 1990 | 447 | −19.0% | |
| 2000 | 507 | 13.4% | |
| 2010 | 565 | 11.4% | |
| 2020 | 594 | 5.1% | |
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Metamora's Population in 2010
In 2010, the village had 565 people living there. These people lived in 216 households. Most of the people living in Metamora were White. A small number of residents were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people identified with two or more races. About 1.4% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background.
Many households were made up of families. About 38% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.62 people. The average family size was about 3.11 people. The median age in the village was 39.4 years old. This means half the people were younger than 39.4, and half were older.
Schools in Metamora
Metamora itself does not have its own school system. Students living in the village attend schools in nearby communities. These include Lapeer Community Schools, Dryden Community Schools, and Oxford Community Schools. Some students also go to private schools in the wider Metro Detroit area.
The Historic White Horse Inn
The White Horse Inn is a very old and famous building in Metamora. It first opened in 1850 and served customers for 162 years without stopping! It closed in 2012 for a big renovation. The building itself was built in 1850.
Bringing the Inn Back to Life
The community of Metamora helped a lot with the renovation. Many skilled craftsmen from the area volunteered their time and talents. These craftsmen usually work on fancy, high-end homes. Much of the wood used for the renovation came from the owner's own land. Other materials were recycled from an old barn nearby. A special artist named Jean Louis Sauvat even came all the way from France. He painted beautiful charcoal pictures of horses on the walls inside the Inn. The Inn was planned to reopen in late 2014.
Fun Events and Attractions
Metamora hosts several fun events throughout the year. These events bring the community together.
Metamora Country Days and Balloon Festival
Every year in late August, Metamora holds its Country Days and Balloon Festival. This exciting event features about 20 hot air balloons. They launch into the sky on Friday and Saturday evenings. It's a beautiful sight to see the balloons float over the village.
Summer Concerts in the Park
The village also hosts free summer concerts. These concerts are held every Thursday evening. You can enjoy live music from mid-June through late August. The concerts take place in Harmer Park.
The Metamora Hunt
Metamora and the area around it are known for their natural beauty. The Metamora Hunt is a very old organization. It is dedicated to the tradition of chasing foxes with horses and hounds. You might see the hounds being taken on hunts during the fall. They sometimes take up the entire dirt road!
Notable People from Metamora
- Vinnie Miller, a racecar driver who competed in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.
See also
In Spanish: Metamora (Míchigan) para niños
