Leap Year Turnabout Put Aurora in the News

Leap Year Turnabout Put Aurora in the News

There is an ancient European tradition that every four years, on Leap Year Day, a young maiden, in a role reversal, could ask a gentleman to marry her. In some areas, any man refusing could be penalized with a fine. Beginning in 1932, and for decades afterwards,...

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GivingTuesday is coming 11/28

GivingTuesday is coming 11/28

GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. Help us continue to tell The Aurora Story and yours by showing your support. Together, we tell the Aurora Story

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2023 Cocoa Crawl Mugs & Buttons Available

2023 Cocoa Crawl Mugs & Buttons Available

Cocoa Crawl mugs and buttons are now on sale! Visit the David L. Pierce Art & History to claim yours! Mugs are $18, Buttons are $10, and the Mug & Button combo is just $20.  Limited quantities. Not available on the online gift shop.

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Tanner House Holidays 2023

Tanner House Holidays 2023

Enjoy December with the Aurora Historical Society during Tanner House Holidays! Starting with the special festivities for opening day, Saturday, December 2nd from 1 pm - 3 pm. Enjoy free take-your-own photos with Santa, enjoy the Marmion Men's Choir singing holiday...

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Uniting For Victory: Poster Art of the World Wars

Uniting For Victory: Poster Art of the World Wars

An exhibition of colorful lithographed war propaganda posters from the World Wars (most from World War I) debuting on First Friday, November 3, 2023, and going through Saturday, November 18, 2023, at the David L. Pierce Art & History Center, 20 East Downer Place.

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Dress of the Week: Gertrude Hohenadel

Dress of the Week: Gertrude Hohenadel

Each week during the Here Comes the Bride exhibit, the history of one of the dresses will be featured on the website and social media. Visit these dresses and more in person from June 2 and extended through October 7, 2023, at the David L. Pierce Art & History...

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