Mostly Superheroes

Superman Legacy: Super Museum in Metropolis, IL with Owner Morgan Siebert

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In this episode, we sit down with Morgan Siebert, director of the Super Museum in Metropolis, Illinois, and daughter of the late Jim Hambrick—one of the world’s most renowned Superman collectors.

Morgan shares the story of how her father’s love for Superman became a world-class destination and how she is now stewarding the museum into its next chapter as a nonprofit.

We talk about honoring legacy, collaborating with Warner Bros., connecting with fans through events, and what’s next for the museum and for Superman.

What We Cover

  • How Jim Hambrick’s childhood collection grew into the Super Museum

  • The museum’s 30+ year history and transition to nonprofit status

  • Superman Celebration in Metropolis, IL

  • Morgan’s personal invite to the James Gunn Superman premiere

  • What makes Superman's story timeless and culturally relevant

    St. Louis Superman Events

    Don’t miss these local events tied to the release of Superman and this summer’s celebration of the Man of Steel:

    • July 4: Celebrate St. Louis featuring a Superman-themed drone show

    • July 12: Screen & Social at Alamo Drafthouse – see Superman with the Mostly Superheroes crew

    • July 13: Superman Day at Busch Stadium

      • Limited-edition Superman x Cardinals jersey (theme ticket required)

      • Live podcast appearance by the Mostly Superheroes team

        Call in your review: www.mostlysuperheroes.com/events

        Contests & Giveaways

        Enter now at https://mostlysuperheroes.com/contests. You could win:

        • Fabulous Fox Tickets

        • City Winery STL Tickets

        • Tickets to Alamo Drafthouse events

        • Tickets to the Super Museum

          Featured Links

          • Super Museum: https://supermuseum.com

          • Events Calendar: https://mostlysuperheroes.com/events

          • Support & Ad-Free Content: https://mostlysuperheroes.com/support

            Sponsors & Partners

            • Alamo Drafthouse Cinema – https://drafthouse.com

            • 4 Hands Brewing Co. – https://4handsbrewery.com

            • Voltron Gold Label 40th Anniversary Set – https://store.voltron.com (use code “MOSTLY” for 15% off)

            • Team Jakey – End the Stigma – www.teamjakey.org

            • City Winery STL – D&D Brunch (July 27) – https://citywinery.com/st-louis

            • El Monstero – Live at Hollywood Amphitheater (Aug 2) – https://livenation.com

            • Fabulous Fox Theatre STL – https://fabulousfox.com

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