by Aurora Historical Society | Aug 3, 2024 | Activities, Fundraiser
Join us Saturday, September 14, for an inside look at one of Aurora’s most unique residences — the Ford House. A unique opportunity to see Aurora’s most unusual home, designed in 1949 for Ruth and Al Ford. Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres,...
by Aurora Historical Society | Jul 12, 2024 | Photo
With demolition proceeding at a furious pace, the old Aurora YMCA on Garfield soon will be just a memory. It is shown here during demolition on July 10th and in a 1976 photo when it was in its prime. Aurora YMCA demolition – 7-10-2024 (Aurora Historical Society...
by Aurora Historical Society | Apr 21, 2024
Recently revised, explore artifacts related to Aurora and the surrounding area from the prehistoric era to today.
by Aurora Historical Society | Apr 21, 2024 | Articles & Exhibits, Photo
Holding the ball in the center of the picture is the team’s pitcher, Billy Holland, who was about 18 years old at the time. Holland went on to have a storied pitching career with the best black teams in the nation, in an era before professional baseball was...
by Aurora Historical Society | Mar 23, 2024
Built in 1857, this Italianate-style house was the home to prominent merchant William Tanner and his family. The family-owned the home until 1936 when it was donated to the Aurora Historical Society. The house was placed on the National Register of Historic Places...
