Aurora Regional Fire Museum is an educational institution located in Aurora, Illinois. The Museum has two floors of exhibits that chronicle the history of the Aurora Fire Department and fire service in their region and explores fire safety and prevention. The Museum features various interactive exhibits designed to educate and entertain children, families, and firefighters. The Fire Museum aims to preserve and exhibit the artifacts and history of fire departments in Aurora and the surrounding area and teach and promote fire safety and prevention. They offer free admission for children ages two and younger.
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AURORA REGIONAL FIRE MUSEUM REVIEWS
Great place to take the family. Frequent special events that are always fun. Very reasonable admission but get a membership so you can go back again.
I had a great time! This museum was a perfect get away while I was visiting my Inlaws for Thanksgiving.
It's a great and VERY INTERESTING place to visit. Craig was very nice and very informative. Take the time to visit, and learn the history of our Aurora Firehouse.
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William Tanner House Museum is a historic residence and museum in Aurora. The house is an Italianate-style home that was the place for prominent merchant William Tanner and his family. The house features oak-grained woodwork, ornate plaster decoration, high ceilings, and antique furnishings. Its mission is to give the past a future by collecting, preserving, interpreting, and presenting Aurora's rich, diverse history. The tours of fully furnished homes and exhibits are offered by appointment. In addition, William Tanner House Museum hosts various events and special events.
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Exhibitions, Event Rentals, Cultural Activities, Architecture Buildings, Historic Preservation, Private Occasions, Events, Weddings, Holiday Historic House Tour, Field Trips & Guided Tours
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Wed & Sun: 1pm - 3pm
Mon, Tue, Thu - Sun: Closed
Mon, Tue, Thu - Sun: Closed
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WILLIAM TANNER HOUSE MUSEUM REVIEWS
Prominent Aurora family mansion that is very well maintained. The 12 foot ceilings with painted plaster mouldings are amazing.
I took my kids for the tour that is more child friendly. They absolutely loved it! All of the volunteers were knowledgeable and took their time answering questions.
awesome to see the people from the house. they are not ghosts. they are real people. i know them.
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'Grand Army Of The Republic Memorial Hall' is a memorial for civil war veterans in Aurora. The Memorial Hall served as a veteran's meeting hall and Aurora's first free public library. The octagonally shaped structure was built with locally quarried limestone. The place was created as a monument to Aurora's Civil War veterans and a shrine to their fallen comrades. The GAR founded soldiers' homes, worked to grant relief for widows, and orphans, and lobbied for pension legislation. The history of GAR, Post 20 through exhibitions and programs. 'Grand Army Of The Republic Memorial Hall' served as a gathering spot for men who had fought side by side on the battlefields. It was a memorial to the Union dead, and it was a spot of scholarship-Aurora's first free library.
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House, Scouting, Meeting Space, Private Party, Rental Facility, Field Trip, Memorial Building, Monument, Architecture Buildings, Guided Tours, Museum, Corporate Event, Educational, Gift Shop, Special Events, Reception & Wedding
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Sat: 12pm - 4pm
Sun - Fri: Closed
Sun - Fri: Closed
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GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC MEMORIAL HALL REVIEWS
A walk through history! The building itself is beautiful, from the stone work to the woodwork to the stained glass windows. The GAR was a social gathering spot for soldiers to share their experiences. Today the main floor tells their stories with displays and artefacts. Pending release of state grant funding, we were told a room will once again be set up for veteran meetings. Donations are welcome.
An excellent place to learn more about the history of the Civil War and to view actual artefacts from that time. Knowledgeable staff to answer questions and share stories of that time make it all that more special.
Beautiful exhibits. Got to meet the "Treasure of Aurora" Eric P. At the ribbon cutting ceremony. What a knowledgeable young man. 10/10 would go again.
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