If you're looking for a fun experience with a constantly growing memorabilia collection with great photo ops, lots of cool toys, arcade machines, and pinball machines from the 80s, you're in luck. There's a world-famous museum you need to check out in Illinois.

Is it in Chicago?

Nope, not even close. The Windy City may have a lot of cool attractions to brag about but they do not get the honors for this place. And, even though it isn't in a city nearly as big as Chicago, they take great pride in their museum. It's a big deal or, dare I say, a super big deal?

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In Metropolis, Illinois you'll find the somewhat small, yet world-famous, Super Museum.

Fact: In the DC Universe, Clark Kent was a report in the fictional city of Metropolis, where he fought crime as "Superman ."

In real life, Metropolis (is a small city in Illinois with about 6,000 residents. But, don't just the size of the town because they are the mecca of all things Superman.

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Inside you'll find more than 70,000 items belonging to world-renowned Superman collector Jim Hambrick. The museum is organized around particular eras and portrayals of Superman, including television, movies, and comics. The items are always changing so you'll likely find something new every time you visit this super awesome spot.

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Even if you aren't as big a Superman fan as Jim, you're going to enjoy what is inside the Super Museum. If anything, the retro diner attached to the museum will leave you feeling full and happy.

You can hours, directions, etc., here.

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