Aurora History

Aurora: An Architectural Portrait

The historic architecture in Aurora not only beautifies our City, but also, connects us to the past and provides a unique sense of place that unites us. This cannot be achieved in any other media, nor replaced once it is lost.

Grand Army of the Republic

The Grand Army of the Republic Military Museum, located in Aurora, Illinois, collects, preserves, interprets and honors the history of the wartime and subsequent peacetime experience of the community and its veterans throughout the history of the United States.

Sears Homes

Sears homes were popular in the railroad community of Aurora, which boasts 136 authenticated properties, making Aurora one of the largest concentrations of Sears homes in the country.

The Lincoln Highway

The Aurora Auto Club established the Aurora Lincoln Highway Shelter in 1923. Located in Phillips Park, the camp provided travelers with amenities they would find at home.