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David L. Pierce Art & History Center

20 E. Downer Pl. , Aurora, IL 60506

History Museums

Admire rotating innovative art exhibits in addition to historical photographs, books, maps, and other memorabilia related to the rich history of Aurora.

The Aurora Public Art Commission hosts rotating exhibits displaying a full spectrum of innovative arts. The History Center has a collection of photographs, books, maps and other memorabilia. The Museum Shop offers hand-crafted jewelry, pottery and textiles from local artists and Aurora-themed gifts.

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Dear Evan Hansen at The Paramount Theatre

Paramount Theatre •  Feb 04 – Mar 22

A high schooler with social anxiety is thrust into the spotlight after a classmate’s death, leading to a tangled web of lies and viral fame, in…

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Million Dollar Quartet at Stolp Island Theatre

Paramount Theater •  Mar 04 – May 31

The Tony® Award-nominated musical Million Dollar Quartet unfolds on December 4, 1956, when Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley united at Sun…

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Riverdance 30 - The Next Generation at Paramount Theatre

Paramount Theatre •  Mar 27 – Mar 29

Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.

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Explore interactive exhibits, vintage fire engines, and hands-on activities for all ages at a restored 1894 fire station. Kids can play and learn about fire safety…

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Grand Army of the Republic Hall

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An historic treasure with more than 2,500 artifacts, photographs, scrapbooks, medals, flags and items dating from the Civil War through the Vietnam War.

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