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Admission

$8 Ages 18-64
$6 Ages 6-17 & 65+
Free 5 and Under

Hours

Mon - Sat: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sun: 12 PM - 5PM

Guided Tours

$10.00 per person
Advance reservations (min. 14 days) required

Why did a community of nearly 600 people cross the Oregon Trail to build a Utopian society in the Pacific Northwest? Learn about the Aurora Colonists, their leader, and their vision — and more than a quarter century of success as Oregon’s first communal society. Visit the Old Aurora Colony Museum, at the heart of Oregon’s first National Historic District and antiques capital.

The Old Aurora Colony Museum offers changing exhibits exploring the history and legacy of the Aurora Colony. Self-guided tours offer peeks into historic Colony buildings including: the Colony's communal Ox Barn (1862); Steinbach Cabin (1876); Kraus House (1874) (home of Emma Wagner Giesy; Wash House (1877); and replica Tie Shed.

We’re Hiring!

The Aurora Colony Historical Society is seeking dynamic and passionate individuals to join our team. We are seeking a part-time, seasonal Program Coordinator, working closely with volunteers and engaging with our community, and we are looking for Seasonal Staff Interpreters for the Stauffer-Will Farm Program.

These positions are open until filled, find more information here.

2025 Season Stauffer-Will Farm Bookings Live Now!

Explore and immerse yourselves in the history of the Stauffer-Will Farm, a preserved Aurora Colony farmstead by engaging in hands-on activities that bring the history of 19th century farming, colony and home life into the hands and hearts of students.

Reserve your field trip here!

Join a Volunteer Team!

We have a variety of volunteer positions available for all interests! Step back in time as a Stauffer-Will Farm Volunteer, create new exhibits, help renovate a 50 year old treasure, meet and greet guests at the Old Aurora Colony Museum, be a member of our events team and more. Contact Siobhan Nickerson at 503-678-5754 or info@auroracolony.org to learn more!