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Visit to the Stauffer-Will Farm

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

  • Please understand that due to the nature of this event, we are unable to accommodate children under 6 years old.

  • Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Please note that the site involves stairs and unpaved pathways in history ca. 1870s buildings. Please call the museum at 503-678-5754 or email info@auroracolony.org with questions before purchasing tickets if you have mobility and accommodation questions.

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

Guests Will:

  • Craft their own log candle holder

  • Dip a candle

  • Try your hand at using period woodworking tools

  • Bake bread

  • Learn about quilting, textiles and life on an 1870’s farm

The guided portion of the event will run from 10:00am - 12:30/1:00. Following the event, guests are welcome to picnic (bring your own) on the Stauffer-Will lawn. Site closes at 2pm.

Note you may also be interested in enjoying the best that Aurora has to offer with a visit to one of the local lunch spots, and the shops in the historic downtown.

Tickets: $15/person
Tickets must be purchased in advance. This ticketed event is limited seating. Tickets are non-refundable. Should the event be cancelled tickets will be refunded.

When purchasing tickets at the link below you will:
- Enter the total # of tickets you wish to purchase (this should be the total # of people attending in your group)
- Click on the date
- Complete the Special Event Form

Note: This event is held at our offsite location located at: 13551 Stauffer Rd NE, Hubbard OR, 97032 Google Maps Link

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Antique Spinning Wheel Showcase
Later Event: July 11
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