FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: Oct. 20, 2009 Wreaths open for bidding Nov. 3 to raise funds for the Aurora History Museum

AURORA, Colo. – Holiday wreaths decorated by dozens of Aurora businesses, organizations and individuals will be on display Nov. 3 to Dec. 11 in the Aurora History Museum’s 10th annual Festival of Wreaths exhibit. All wreaths are for sale to the public through a silent auction, and all proceeds benefit the museum’s education programs and exhibits. Bids on wreaths will be accepted until noon Dec. 11, and may be made in person or online where photos of the wreaths are available. Wreath designs often reflect the business or organization’s products, services, activities or interests. Previous year’s themes ranged from Americana and Christmas to more unique concepts such as health and wellness and tandem bicycles. The annual Festival of Wreaths has raised more than $15,000 for the Aurora History Museum since its inception. The Aurora History Museum, located at 15051 E. Alameda Parkway, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 303-739-6666 or visit auroramuseum.org. # # # Media Contact: Julie Patterson Senior Public Information Officer 303-739-6617 jpatters@auroragov.org