Air Classics Museum, Library and Camp of Air and Space
44W546 US Highway 30 -- Aurora Municipal Airport
Sugar Grove, IL 60554-9886
630.466.0888
airclassicsmuseum.org
America's Historic Roundhouse
Originally constructed in 1856, America's first railroad roundhouse was renovated in 1996 - and is a National Historic Trust Preservation Award Winner. ComedyComedy, Illinois' largest award-winning microbrewery, live entertainment and over 10,000 square feet of meeting space.
205 N. Broadway
Aurora, IL
(630) 892-0034
rh34.com
Aurora Regional Fire Museum
Displays of vintage firefighting equipment, memorabilia of the 1871 Chicago Fire, thousands of photographs and gift shop. Five new interactive kiosks on fighting fires.
53 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 892-1572
auroraregionalfiremuseum.org
Aurora Historical Society
Local history research archives. Historic photos, books, documents and maps covering Aurora's history from the 1830s to the present. Open by appointment only.
305 Cedar St.
Aurora, IL
(630) 897-9029
aurorahistory.org
Aurora Public Arts Commission
Located in the David L. Pierce Art and History Center, the Aurora Public Art Commission provides programs in art education and exhibitions in the gallery.
20 E. Galena Blvd.
Aurora, IL
(630) 906-0654
aurora-il.org
Batavia Depot Museum
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this 1854 Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad depot comes alive with exhibits on rail transportation, windmills and the settlement of Batavia.
155 Houston Street
Batavia, IL
(630) 406-5274
bataviahistoricalsociety.org
Blackberry Farm's Pioneer Village
19th century farm and village featuring pioneer craft shops and demos, a discovery barn with petting zoo and pony, hay and miniature train rides and more.
100 S. Barnes Rd., Aurora
(630) 892-1550
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
David L. Pierce Art & History Center
The Aurora Public Art Commission hosts eight to 10 rotating exhibits displaying a full spectrum of innovative arts. The History Center has a collection of photographs, books, maps and other memorabilia.
20 E. Downer Pl., Aurora
(630) 906-0650 (History) or
(630) 906-0654 (Art)
aurorahistoricalsociety.org
Esther's Place - A Fiber Arts Studio
Features classes in spinning, weaving, knitting and felting and also retreats.
201 W. Galena St. (Rt. 30)
Big Rock, IL
(630) 556-9665
esthersplacefibers.com
The Farnswoth House Estate
Master architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created the ultimate minimalist masterpiece, the Farnsworth House, in pastoral Plano. The stellar structure of floor-to-ceiling glass seemingly float above the rambling Fox River.
14520 River Rd., Plano
(630) 552-0052
farnsworthhouse.org
FermiLab Arts Series
Ramsey Auditorium is the site for FermiLab's series of music, dance, and theater, plus lectures on the arts, sciences and culture.
Kirk Road and Pine Street,
Batavia
(630) 840-ARTS (2787)
fnal.gov
Gallery 44
A cooperative gallery of area artists including watercolors, pen-and-ink, sketches and mixed-media pieces.
50 E. Galena Boulevard
Aurora, IL
(630) 801-0818
Gallery at Lane Allen Architects
Gallery openings featuring a variety of area artists on the first Friday in even-numbered months.
8 W. Wilson Street
Batavia, IL
(630) 879-8831
laneallenarch.com
Kendall County Historical Society's Heritage Hall & Chapel On The Green
Dating back to 1855, the chapel is Kendall County's oldest church building and is adorned with stained glass windows and a restored 1899 pipe organ. The adjacent hall houses local artifacts.
107 W. Center St.
Yorkville, IL
(630) 553-6777
Lyon Farm and Village
The farm and village have 15 historic buildings that trace the history of Kendall County. Learn about native prairie grasses found around the farm and enjoy a variety of history-oriented special events.
Rt. 71, Yorkville
(630) 554-3064 or
(630) 553-6777
The Old Barn Museum
Featuring a collection of thousands of Native American artifacts such as: arrows, axes, drills, stone implements, trade beads, beaded garments and natural history items. Presented in an original 1840s barn. By appointment only.
7127B Oakbrook Rd., Newark
contact@theoldbarnmuseum.org
theoldbarnmuseum.org
River Breeze Art and Yoga Studio
Come view and buy original art and reproductions from emerging area artists, take classes and practice yoga.
14 W. Downer Pl.
Aurora, IL
(630) 264-2299
riverbreeze.us
Schingoethe Center For Native Americans Cultures
A rotating collection of historic and contemporary Native American arts, crafts and artifacts from indigenous peoples stretching from the Woodlands to the Pacific Northwest.
Aurora University
Dunham Hall, Randall Rd.
at Marseillaise Pl., Aurora
(630) 844-7843
aurora.edu/museum
William Tanner House
Built in 1856, this Italianate building is home to the Aurora Historical Museum, which offers tours of the fully furnished home.
305 Cedar St., Aurora
(630) 897-9029
historicalsociety.org
Window Galleria
Features original juried art - reproduced, enlarged and laminated-"hanging" in various downtown Aurora buildings.
Downtown Aurora
Aurora, IL
(630) 844-3670
auroradowntown.org
