Matherville brings small-town ease together with easy access to big-city conveniences, set among rolling countryside and a beloved village lake that draws families for fishing, picnics, and a longstanding July fireworks tradition. Daily life feels connected here: residents enjoy quick drives to the Quad Cities via Moline while staying rooted in the close-knit spirit of Mercer County. For travelers, the nearby Quad City International Airport offers simple getaways and business connections through the official site at Quad City International Airport.
Families are served by the well-regarded Sherrard Community Unit School District 200, known for strong academics, arts, and athletics that span multiple communities. Learn more at Sherrard Community Unit School District 200. High school games and concerts become community events, with spirited support from neighbors in Sherrard and Matherville alike.
Weekends offer plenty of options. Animal lovers head to the Niabi Zoo in Coal Valley via Niabi Zoo. Cyclists and anglers enjoy day trips along the Hennepin Canal Parkway State Trail, detailed at Hennepin Canal Parkway State Trail. History and river views await at Black Hawk State Historic Site in nearby Rock Island through Black Hawk State Historic Site. Each summer, the county’s marquee celebration—the Mercer County Fair in Aledo—brings concerts, rides, and agricultural showcases; see Mercer County Fair for schedules.
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