The Happy Star Table Topper with Karen Stephens
Oct
20
1:00 PM13:00

The Happy Star Table Topper with Karen Stephens

Come learn how to make this adorable table cover with owner and skilled quilter Karen Stephens of Speckled Hen Quilt Shop!

Project fabric kits provided in hand-crafted, seasonally inspired and more themes. Sewing machine, rotary cutter, and basic sewing supplies required for participation in this class.

Location and further instructions will be mailed out after RSVP.

Class attendance is $50, RSVP below.

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The Happy Star Table Topper with Karen Stephens
Oct
20
10:30 AM10:30

The Happy Star Table Topper with Karen Stephens

Come learn how to make this adorable table cover with owner and skilled quilter Karen Stephens of Speckled Hen Quilt Shop!

Project fabric kits provided in hand-crafted, seasonally inspired and more themes. Sewing machine, rotary cutter, and basic sewing supplies required for participation in this class.

Location and further instructions will be mailed out after RSVP.

Class attendance is $50, RSVP below.

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The Happy Star Table Topper with Karen Stephens
Oct
17
1:30 PM13:30

The Happy Star Table Topper with Karen Stephens

Come learn how to make this adorable table cover with owner and skilled quilter Karen Stephens of Speckled Hen Quilt Shop!

Project fabric kits provided in hand-crafted, seasonally inspired and more themes. Sewing machine, rotary cutter, and basic sewing supplies required for participation in this class.

Location and further instructions will be mailed out after RSVP.

Class attendance is $50, RSVP below.

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Fabric Pumpkins with Sue Gridley
Oct
17
1:00 PM13:00

Fabric Pumpkins with Sue Gridley

Two dates to choose from! October 13th and 17th.

Create the perfect autumn decoration in this class where you’ll learn how to make a fabric pumpkin— one of three sizes— with Aurora Colony Hand Quilter Sue Gridley at the Aurora Colony Quilt Show.

Check in at the front desk at the Ox Barn. Materials provided. Suggested donation $10

Choose your date and reserve your seat now with $10 donation.

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Fabric Pumpkins with Sue Gridley
Oct
13
1:00 PM13:00

Fabric Pumpkins with Sue Gridley

Two dates to choose from! October 13th and 17th.

Create the perfect autumn decoration in this class where you’ll learn how to make a fabric pumpkin— one of three sizes— with Aurora Colony Hand Quilter Sue Gridley at the Aurora Colony Quilt Show.

Check in at the front desk at the Ox Barn. Materials provided. Suggested donation $10

Choose your date and reserve your seat now with $10 donation.

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Aurora Historic Quilts Presentation with Rachel Greco
Oct
12
1:00 PM13:00

Aurora Historic Quilts Presentation with Rachel Greco

Back again by popular demand, the Aurora Colony Museum has invited Rachel Greco from Grandma’s Attic Quilt Shop.

Explore historic quilting techniques, fabrics, and patterns. Rachel will share her knowledge through an informative and engaging talk about the history of this beloved craft with examples the Aurora Colony Museum’s collection quilts and a few from her private collection.

Suggested donation $10 at the door.

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Volunteer Open House
Feb
8
4:00 PM16:00

Volunteer Open House

We're excited to extend an invitation to our Volunteer Open House on February 8th, at 4pm. Learn how our museum works, and what we do! Get involved in your community with your neighbors. With a special demonstration about fiber spinning and how to use a drop spindle.

See our event here.

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Aurora Colony Days Biergarten
Aug
11
to Aug 18

Aurora Colony Days Biergarten

  • Old Aurora Colony Museum (map)
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Enjoy music by Mark Seymour and Friends starting at 7:00 pm.

Free event with food and drinks available for purchase.
Root Beer available for the kids and kids-at-heart!

Family-friendly event with table and yard games for all ages. Under the lights in the Old Aurora Colony Museum Courtyard.

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Dye Day
Jul
15
11:00 AM11:00

Dye Day

Join us this Saturday for our most colorful event of the year - Dye Day! Aurora Colony Handspinners' Guild members will transform the courtyard into a vibrant hub of creativity. Watch as they dye wool using natural and synthetic dyes.

Stop by the yellow tent in the courtyard and try your hand at tie dying a bandana or bring a 100% cotton item of your own to personalize. Limit one per person while supplies last.

Saturday, July 15th from 11am-4pm with museum admission.

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Visit to the Stauffer-Will Farm
Jun
24
10:00 AM10:00

Visit to the Stauffer-Will Farm

More details to come…. Please email info@auroracolony.org to be notified once more details are available / tickets are on sale.

Enjoy a rare opportunity to step back in time with a visit to the Stauffer-Will Farm. This hand’s-on, living history event is fun for all ages.

Learn about life on an 1870s farm and create projects to take home as souvenirs.

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In the Garden with Emma
May
13
10:00 AM10:00

In the Garden with Emma

Indulge in a delightful afternoon featuring a presentation and book signing by bestselling author Jane Kirkpatrick.  Jane will share information on Emma Wagner Giesy and gardening in the Aurora Colony.  Light lunch provided by Lux Sucre with tea sandwiches and treats (menu provided below).  Discover the fascinating language of flowers and learn about the efforts to return the Emma Wakefield Herb Garden to its former glory.

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RESCHEDULED TO MARCH - ACHS Annual Meeting - Date TBD
Mar
25
11:00 AM11:00

RESCHEDULED TO MARCH - ACHS Annual Meeting - Date TBD

Due to ongoing inclement weather in the greater area we have made the difficult decision to reschedule the Annual Meeting. We hope you all stay safe and warm and we look forward to seeing everyone in March! New date to be announced next week.

Join us this Saturday, February 25th at 11:00AM for the Aurora Colony Historical Society Membership Meeting.  Located at the Aurora Mills Annex, the gathering will provide an update on the Historical Society, as well as an exciting sneak peek at Aurora's latest architectural gem.

New Membership Benefits, Presentation on the Aurora Mills Annex, and More!

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Aurora Colony Handspinners' Guild Antique Spinning Wheel Showcase
Mar
11
to Mar 12

Aurora Colony Handspinners' Guild Antique Spinning Wheel Showcase

  • Old Aurora Colony Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Attention all spinning enthusiasts and history buffs! The Aurora Colony Handspinners' Guild is excited to invite you to our Antique Spinning Wheel Showcase, happening at the Old Aurora Colony Museum. Antique spinning wheels, alpacas, hand’s-on activities, raffle, and so much more!

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