I Love Metamora
Who We Are
I Love Metamora Inc is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Franklin County, Indiana, dedicated to preserving and revitalizing the historic town of Metamora. The organization plays a key role in supporting the restoration of the Whitewater Canal and surrounding heritage sites. Through fundraising initiatives and community engagement, I Love Metamora Inc aims to demonstrate strong local support for state and philanthropic funding. The organization also promotes tourism and hosts events and festivals to celebrate Metamora’s cultural legacy and stimulate economic growth
Past Accomplishments
Evening Stroll in Metamora Event
Grant Applications for Storm Sewer Evaluations
Evening Stroll in Metamora Event
We have spearheaded an evening event on the second Saturday of the month. This has brought an influx of visitors on those evenings.
Google Mapping of Streets
Grant Applications for Storm Sewer Evaluations
Evening Stroll in Metamora Event
In conjunction with the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce we were able to have 3rd party street mapping done for Google Street View. Many of our streets had never been mapped.
Grant Applications for Storm Sewer Evaluations
Grant Applications for Storm Sewer Evaluations
Grant Applications for Storm Sewer Evaluations
Working with Franklin County Commissioners we have been able to submit for a storm and waste water engineering study grant.
Major Market Radio Advertising
Major Market Radio Advertising
Grant Applications for Storm Sewer Evaluations
We spearheaded and partially funded the 2025 radio ad campaign on Cincinnati's Christmas Station, Warm 98. The Metamora Merchants helped fund with us.
Duck Creek Aqueduct Web Pages
Major Market Radio Advertising
Duck Creek Aqueduct Web Pages
We published the Duck Creek Aqueduct web pages to bringing light to the needs of our historic aqueduct.
Behind The Scenes
Major Market Radio Advertising
Duck Creek Aqueduct Web Pages
With other local stakeholders and organizations we are continually working on getting resolve for the funding of the Whitewater Canal revitalization.
Help Our Cause
Preserve the Past. Market the Present.
Metamora is a treasure of Indiana history, and its charm relies on sustained community engagement. We are raising funds for crucial marketing initiatives—from updated signage and tourism maps to a campaign highlighting our historic canal, grist mill, and unique shops.
Help By Using Your Kroger Card!
Kroger Community Rewards
I Love Metamora has been approved to participate in the Kroger Community Rewards Program. This cost absolutely nothing to the Kroger Shopper!
To Use the Kroger Community Rewards Program:
Simply visit http://www.kroger.com. Once logged into their Kroger account you can search for I Love Metamora, Inc either by name or GA235 and then click Enroll. New users will need to create an account which requires some basic information, a valid email address and a rewards card.
This is an awesome way to help fund our initiative!