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Events & Programs

To find out more about any of these programs, contact the AHMHS education team, 303.739.6660 or email us.

Weekly Programs

Morning at the Museum
Every Wednesday, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Spend the morning with your preschooler at the Aurora History Museum for stories, crafts and hands-on activities. A new program is offered every week. Please note, children must be supervised by an adult.
Free, no registration required.


Upcoming Events

History Hike: The Smoky Hill Trail 
Saturday, Oct. 4, 9:30 a.m.
In the 1860s, the fastest route west to Colorado was the Smoky Hill Trail. People traveled this trail in their covered wagons in search of gold and farmland. The middle branch of the trail was known as the Starvation Trail. Learn why and see the landscape as westward travelers saw it over 150 years ago.
Pronghorn Natural Area, 27800 E. Quincy Ave.
Register

Arapaho Culture with Fred Mosqueda
Wednesday, Oct. 8, 6 p.m.
Fred Mosqueda is the Arapaho Language and Culture Program Coordinator for the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma. He will visit the museum to discuss Arapaho culture as a part of the City of Aurora’s celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Register

History Mystery Tour at Fairmount Cemetery
Saturday, Oct. 18, 6 p.m.
Explore local history on this fun evening stroll through Denver's most prestigious cemetery. Our evening begins at the Ivy Chapel and slowly moves through Fairmount Cemetery in the dark, led only by the flashlights of your tour guides.
Fairmount Cemetery, 430 Quebec St., Denver
Tickets: $27

Arsenic and Old Lace Radio Play
Saturday, Oct. 25, 5:30 p.m.
Arsenic and Old Lace is a gleeful, ghoulish comedy. This script is taken from the original live radio broadcast in 1948. Four actors take on all the roles, create sound effects, and perform musical interludes, just as if you were watching a live radio broadcast.
Tickets: $4

Native American Storytelling and Contemporary Music with Red Feather Woman and Eric Many Winds Herrera
Saturday, Nov. 1, Noon 
Join us for an afternoon with award winning recording artist and member of the Assiniboine/Sioux Tribes, Red Feather Woman. Accompanied by Eric Many Winds Herrera on the flute, Red Feather Woman will blend song and oral storytelling together for a unique and engaging event. Ages 8 and older.
Register

Wednesday, Nov. 5, 6 p.m.
Trilobites and Treats: Life in the Paleozoic Era
Geologist Samantha Sands presents a look into the history of life during the Paleozoic Era. Followed by trilobite cookie decorating.
Register

Thursday, Nov. 6, 6 p.m.
Geologic History of Denver
Discover what the Denver metro area looked like millions of years ago with Dr. Mossbrucker.
Register

Friday, Nov. 7, 6 p.m.
The Geology and Trace Fossils of Bryce Canyon
Learn how Bryce Canyon’s stunning landscape is not just a visual marvel, but also a window into Earth’s past with Amanda Rea
Register

Saturday, Nov. 8, 4 p.m.
Unearthing Ancient Colorado: How Fossils Reveal Colorado's Wild Past
An interactive presentation on Colorado's history from ocean to rainforest with Dr. Gussie Maccracken.
Register

Saturday, Nov. 8, 6 p.m.
Dinosaur Diets Explored: Paleontology of Jurassic Arizona
A presentation by Kieran McBride on his research breaking down fossils to uncover dinosaur diets in the Kayenta Formation.
Register

Nov. Homeshool Day: Prehistoric Plants and Animals
Monday, Nov. 10, 9:30 a.m.
Travel back millions of years and discover the secrets of Aurora’s ancient past. Explore the Prehistoric Aurora exhibit and take part in hands-on activities that show how scientists uncover what life was like long ago.
Tickets: $8 per participating child.
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 6 p.m.
Lamb Spring and the Pleistocene
Mammoths, camels, and sloths, oh my! Learn about local Late Pleistocene Megafauna with Cameron Randolph from the Lamb Spring Archaeological Preserve.
Register

Festival of Wreaths Event
Thursday, Nov. 13, 6 p.m.
Join us to see the Festival of Wreaths exhibit and celebrate with festive treats and holiday fun. Bid on wreaths and help us raise money for museum internships while enjoying this annual Aurora tradition.

Save the Date

Watch here for registration - coming soon.


Online Content

Social Media

When Was It? Every Wednesday we post #WhenWasItWednesday with an object or photograph from our collection to social media (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter). You’ll need to guess the year based on what you see (car models, stores, fashion, hair styles and trends). Here's the catch: we don't have dates for every object or photograph in our collection; we are counting on you to help us narrow down the time frame! @AuroraHistoryCO on all platforms.

Geocaches

Find geocaches located at Aurora Landmarks No. 5, No. 9, No. 11 and No. 26 using Geocaching.com. After you find the cache, visit the Aurora History Museum during regular business hours and receive a limited edition coin for each geocache you find. We showcase a different historic landmark every year, so start your collection today!
Coins are limited and are available on a first come, first serve basis. You do not need to pick up the coin on the same day you find the cache.

Discover DeLaney Homestead
The Discover DeLaney Homestead series is a great way to compliment a walk through the DeLaney Homestead Historic District and Open Space. Click a link below to learn more about the historic site.

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