Aurora Colony Visitors Association

07/01/2025

07/01/2025

It’s summer and we are getting ready for our 35th year of our very successful Aurora Outdoor Antiques Markets.
Don’t miss being part of this fun event.
Contact me soon.

06/29/2025

Fifteen miles south of downtown Portland lies a little oasis called Langdon Farms Golf Club, a premiere golf course, restaurant and event venue. Langdon Farms strives to maintain their reputation as one of the best public golf courses in the state, and local, regional and national golf writers have all recognized them as a ‘truly unique golf experience’ as a result.

Langdon Farms Golf Club is also home to the local-favorite, Langdon's Grill, an american-style family restaurant, bar and grill serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The dining area is a casual and friendly atmosphere, and the menu is always featuring seasonal specials.

They are also proud to host many weddings, corporate meetings, retirement parties, anniversaries, and school fundraisers in the unique Red Shed event venue along with two separate indoor events spaces- the Gallery, and the Loft!

For more information on any of the amazing services Langdon Farms has to offer, visit
www.langdonfarms.com.

06/19/2025

It's auction day over at McLaren Auction Services! Mid-century and Arts and Crafts pieces are the main themes this week, featuring amazing furniture, art and more! It runs today and tomorrow, and you can tune in live on our website, or in person. You can bid live, online, or by telephone. Absentee bidding is also available at McLaren Auction Services: 21507 Highway 99E NE Aurora.

06/07/2025

Don't miss your chance to attend this beloved event!

06/07/2025

This Friday is ! Celebrating Summer in the Backyard Wine Garden
with Wine, Food & Music
Join Pheasant Run Winery Tasting Room- Aurora Oregon for great music from the Boat Drinks Band, Fun Food from Curbside Bistro Food Truck featuring Chef Rudy... and all of your favorite Bank Vault Reserve Wines.
Open 2-8pm. Food & Music from 5:30ish.
Call ahead or email to reserve a table.
No cover charge. No outside food or drink.

06/03/2025

To know Aurora is to know Aurora Lamp Works. Specifically, Les at Aurora Lamp Works. He's as filled with stories as he is with knowledge of all things lighting. If you've got a lamp that needs rewiring, you're in need of the perfect shade or you're an oil lamp enthusiast, he's your guy. He'll work tirelessly to solve whatever lighting issues you may be having. And if you've got time to chat, he'll help you out there as well! If you need a little brightness in your world (and who doesn't?) and want friendly, knowledgeable service with a smile, Aurora Lamp Works is your new go-to.

05/24/2025

Happy Birthday, South End Antique Mall!!!
Join them as they ring in the big 2️⃣0️⃣ this weekend with an incredible anniversary sale!!!

05/02/2025

Aurora Business Spotlight: Mill Creek Market

This adorable shop is a gift-givers dream. There, you can find the most perfect items for any person and any occasion. From beautiful jewelry, cozy candles, and stylish decor to unique art pieces and books that are as functional as they are pretty, they've got you covered. Of course, since this IS Aurora after all, you'll definitely spot some cool vintage and antique pieces as well. Don't forget to finish with a beautiful, handmade card! So if you've got someone special to shop for (yourself included! 😉), Mill Creek Market is your go-to stop.

04/23/2025

It's auction day over at McLaren Auction Services! Victorian estate pieces are the main themes this week, featuring amazing furniture, art and more! It runs today and tomorrow, and you can tune in live on our website, or in person. You can bid live, online, or by telephone. Absentee bidding is also available at McLaren Auction Services: 21507 Highway 99E NE Aurora.

04/15/2025

04/11/2025

Emma Wagner Giesy was born in 1833. At 19 years old, she accompanied her husband and eight other men on a 2000-mile journey in search of a new home base for Dr. Wilhelm Keil's Christian communal colony, which was solely located in Missouri at the time.

Emma's incredible journey with this group as they endured the trials and tribulations of their new life in the Pacific Northwest is captured beautifully in author Jane Kirkpatrick's series of novels, "Emma of Aurora". These stories are derived from original letters and other family records, many of which were found in the archives of the Old Aurora Colony Museum. Also at the museum are a number of personal items once belonging to Emma, like a sewing machine and several quilts.

Reading these books is a great way to learn about Aurora's beginnings, but did you know that you can walk the footsteps Emma took as she moved about town over 150 years ago? You can, with the Walk With Emma self-guided tour. No need for any prior knowledge to enjoy this experience!

This easy walking tour covers about four blocks through the historic downtown Aurora area. You can start at the Old Aurora Colony Museum, where staff will give you a great introduction, or you can simply grab a brochure and get started. Your journey will take you through the post office, the Aurora state bank, the Aurora Pioneer Hotel, and over 20 additional locations. Many locations on the tour are now business and open and welcome for viewing. Private homes, however, are not open for viewing. However, if you're interested in a more in-depth historical tour, contact the Old Aurora Colony Museum which even allows you to take a peek into Emma's actual home!

Who has taken a Walk With Emma?