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From interactive science museums to public displays dedicated to the area's rich natural, agricultural, and Civil War histories, you can visit fascinating artifacts and amazing collections at historic settings that include centuries old fire stations, opera houses, county buildings, train depots, and farms in the Aurora Area.
Air Classics Museum of AviationAir Classics is an aviation museum located at Aurora Municipal Airport - ARR where the aircraft actually fly. You can climb into the pilot's seat ...View Details
Aurora Regional Fire MuseumThe museum features a variety of interactive exhibits designed to educate and entertain children, families, and firefighters. Visitors can pass a leat...View Details
Batavia Depot MuseumHoused in an 1854 Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad depot, the train museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and comes al...View Details
Big Rock Historical Society MuseumA Big Rock historical collection including school items, Plowing Match memorabilia, a military section from WWI through Iraq, home items and farm item...View Details
Blackberry FarmNestled on 54 scenic acres, Blackberry Farm is a family-friendly destination that features unique play areas for all ages, live animals, amusement rid...View Details
The Bliss House Museum is operated by the Sugar Grove Historical Society and houses historical exhibits about the village of Sugar Grove and surroundi...View Details
Chicago, Quincy & Burlington Machine Shop & Roundhouse, 1856The historic machine shops of this pre-Civil War railroad complex have been renovated into a multi-modal regional transportation center in a lime...View Details
David L. Pierce Art & History CenterOwned and maintained by the City of Aurora, the Center contains the main offices and exhibition galleries of the Historical Society and the Aurora Pub...View Details
Dickson-Murst FarmDickson-Murst Farm was in the Dickson family for more than 150 years. Now it is a historical farm, open several times a year, to show farming circa 19...View Details
Edith Farnsworth HouseDesigned by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, one of the most influential architects of the 20th century, the Farnsworth House is the quintessential example o...View Details
Fermilab's Lederman Science CenterThe Leon M. Lederman Science Education Center houses hands-on exhibits for ages 10+, technology and science labs, a store and the K-12 Teacher Resourc...View Details
Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Hall, AuroraThe Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Hall was a sanctuary. It served as a gathering place for those who had fought side by side on Civil War battlefie...View Details
Hinckley Historical Society MuseumSee the mastodon diorama and displays of historic homes. Open Saturdays 10 a.m.–3 p.m. and by appointment....View Details
Illinois Lincoln HighwayWe welcome you to experience Illinois’ premier National Scenic Byway, the Illinois Lincoln Highway. Rediscover the charm of the American road tr...View Details
Laws of Nature Center, Kendall County CourthouseVisit a variety of unique and fascinating exhibits focusing on the natural resources of Kendall County. Exhibits are designed to delight visitors of a...View Details
Little White School MuseumThe Little White School Museum located at 72 Polk Street in downtown Oswego, IL holds the rich history of the community and reflects the spirit of its...View Details
Phillips Park Visitors Center & Mastodon GalleryPhillips Park Visitors Center and Mastodon Gallery showcases the mastodon bones that were unearthed in the park during a 1934 Civil Works Administrati...View Details
Red Oak Nature CenterNestled on the east bank of the Fox River, the Red Oak Nature Center (On Route 25, one mile north of Route 56 • 630-897-1808) is surrounded by 40...View Details
Schingoethe Center of Aurora UniversitySchingoethe Center is a collection of Native American artifacts as well as artwork by both Native American and non-Native American artists. Admission ...View Details
SciTech Hands-On MuseumAurora's interactive science and technology center is celebrating its 30th year offering hands-on exhibits demonstrating the principles of everyth...View Details
Settler's Cottage MuseumTour the oldest remaining structure in the Village. The home was originally owned by Montgomery’s founder, Daniel Gray. A museum offers an educa...View Details
Smallville MuseumSelected to represent Smallville in the films “Man of Steel” and “Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice,” Plano is now the home...View Details
Veterans Memorial WalkIt’s a humbling experience to take the Veterans Memorial Walk in downtown Oswego. The Walk stretches from just outside the downtown Oswego Publi...View Details
William Tanner House, 1857The William Tanner House has proudly been the home of the Aurora Historical Society since it was donated by the family in 1936. The house was a gift t...View Details
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