Metropolis in Massac County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Jim Hambrick

(1954-2024)

— Founder of the Super Museum —

Jim Hambrick Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Jason Voigt, September 27, 2025

1. Jim Hambrick Marker

Inscription.
On this site in 1993, Jim Hambrick opened the Super Museum, home to one of the world's largest and most comprehensive collections of Superman memorabilia. His passion for the Man of Steel transformed Metropolis, Illinois, into a global destination for Superman fans, strengthening its identity as the official "Home of Superman."

A dedicated historian and collector, Hambrick spent decades preserving and sharing the legacy of Superman. His expertise and vast collection made the museum a must-visit attraction, drawing visitors from around the world. He also played a key role in expanding the Superman Celebration, helping it grow into the major annual event it is today.

In recognition of his contributions, Hambrick received numerous local honors for his work in promoting Superman's legacy and Metropolis itself. Through his lifelong dedication, he ensured that Superman's story - and the values of Truth, Justice, and the American way -would continue to inspire generations.

Erected in honor of Jim Hambrick's lasting impact on the Community of Metropolis, Illinois.

Erected 2025 by City of Metropolis.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Charity & Public Work • Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1993.

Location.

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37° 9.156′ N, 88° 43.951′ W. Marker is in Metropolis, Illinois, in Massac County. It is at the intersection of Market Street and West 6th Street, on the right when traveling east on Market Street. Marker is in front of the Super Museum. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 517 Market Street, Metropolis IL 62960, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Southern Illinois — Little Egypt.

It is also in the American Midwest,

in the Ohio River Valley,

and in the Corn Belt.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

and the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Honoring All Our Defenders of Freedom (within shouting distance of this marker); Super Heroes (within shouting distance of this marker); Superman Statue Facts (within shouting distance of this marker); Oscar Micheaux: 1884–1951 (within shouting distance of this marker); Annie Turnbo Malone: 1869–1957 (within shouting distance of this marker); The Cowling (within shouting distance of this marker); Dedicated to the Men and Women of Massac County (within shouting distance of this marker); Vietnam Veterans Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Metropolis.

More about this marker. Marker was dedicated on June 13, 2025 as part of the Superman Celebration opening ceremony.

Also see . . . Super Museum (official website). (Submitted on October 3, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)

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Photographed by Jason Voigt, September 27, 2025

2. Jim Hambrick Marker

superheroes, comic book characters

Credits. This page was last revised on October 3, 2025. It was originally submitted on October 3, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 67 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 3, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.