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Celebrate Aurora's Storied History and Architecture

The Aurora Public Art Commission and the Aurora Historical Society are helping to tell the story of Aurora’s first 175 years with two new exhibits at the David L. Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place.

“From the Ground Up, A History of Architecture in Aurora” honors Aurora’s 175th anniversary and showcases the City’s premier architects, dwellings and commercial buildings.

“The Aurora Story: A Journey through 175 Years of Aurora History” is a comprehensive exhibit of 175 years of local history ranging from Native American dwellings to Aurora becoming Illinois’ second largest city.

The exhibits will be on display from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday through Saturday, Aug. 18.

Off-street parking is available in the Stolp Avenue parking deck, which is located at the corner of Downer Place and Stolp Avenue. With the Downer Place bridges under construction, the deck can be accessed from Stolp Avenue from either Galena Boulevard or Benton Street.

The Aurora Public Art Commission is a civic organization dedicated to the preservation of public art in all of its forms. For more information on the Commission or the gallery, visit the City of Aurora’s website.

Location: David L. Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, Aurora, Illinois