The Aurora Museum Foundation is proud to present the 24th Annual Festival of Wreaths! 

What is the Festival of Wreaths?

The Festival of Wreaths is an annual fundraiser organized by the Aurora Museum Foundation and Aurora History Museum and Historic Sites.
Beginning on November 7, festive wreaths created by members of the community will be displayed in the AHM Community Gallery. This year's event also includes an Opening Event and a Fundraiser. Support the museum by visiting, voting for your favorite wreath, and bidding on wreaths in-person or online.
Silent bidding will take place on Bidding Owl, and a live auction event will occur at the Fundraiser Event.  All proceeds from the online auction and the November 15th live auction event support exhibits and educational programs. See below for details.

When and where can I see the wreaths?

The 39 wreaths donated to the museum by the community will be on display in the museum's Community Gallery until December 10th.
The museum is open Tues. - Fri., 9:00 am - 4:00 pm and Sat. & Sun. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, or visit during the Opening Event on Nov. 15. We are located at 15051 E Alameda Parkway.

Opening Reception and Fundraiser Event

Wednesday, November 15 at 4 p.m.
Join us at the Festival of Wreaths Opening Reception for entertainment, drinks, and appetizers at the Aurora History Museum. 
See this year’s wreaths and bid in live and silent auctions that help fund the exhibits, programs, and outreach you love at Aurora History Museum.
Register Here

How do I bid online?

Bid via Bidding Owl.
Bidding ends on Dec. 8.

How do I vote for my favorite wreath?

We will also hold a ballot for a People's Choice wreath. Come to the museum to view the wreaths and vote for your favorite while you're here. People's Choice ballots are in-person only.

What Do Donations Fund?

This year's proceeds will go towards the restoration and installation of Aurora's iconic Cactus Motel sign, that once graced Colfax Avenue. The sign's permanent home will be in the Ruth Fountain Gallery with Trolley Trailer #610. 
In addition, a portion of the funding will go to support the museum's education programs and community events.

How else can I support the event and the museum?

For more information on sponsorship opportunities and tickets, or to arrange payment by check, please send us an email. 
If you aren't able to be involved in the Festival of Wreaths but you want to support us, you can donate to the Aurora Museum Foundation, sign up for our email newsletters and follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

For more information call us at 303.739.6660.