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ARTS & Culture

Cultural

VENUES
VINTAGE THEATRE
1468 Dayton St.
As friends gathered over martinis, an
idea was born. Enter Vintage Theatre
stage right. Founded in 2002, Vintage
Theatre is Aurora's go-to for local
productions, classes, improv, and other
performances. With three performance
stages, on-site bars, creative pieces,
and contemporary classics, it's an
ideal place for watching some of the
city's top local performers in action.
vintagetheatre.com

AURORA FOX ARTS CENTER
9900 E. Colfax Ave.
The award-winning Aurora Fox
Arts Center is home to Aurora Fox
Theatre Company that brings several
productions to life every season. The
center also hosts a children's theater
program, local programs, and classes.
With a classic neon sign decorating
the exterior, The Fox is a staple in the
Aurora Cultural Arts District and a
great stop for an afternoon matinee.
aurorafoxartscenter.org

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T HE PEOPLE' S B UI LDI NG

The People's Building: A Place Where

COMMUNITY ART THRIVES
The People's Building, operated by the City of
Aurora, is a performance and event space in
the heart of the Aurora Cultural Arts District
(ACAD). It's a place dedicated to presenting
high-quality music, dance, theatre, and events
that inspire and reflect the community.

THE HISTORY: The City of Aurora's Office

of Urban Renewal and Redevelopment acquired
the structure that was once a ski shop and then a
rent-to-own furniture store. More than $2 million was invested in the building's revitalization,
resulting in a dynamic place that serves as an art
gallery and a flexible space for cultural events,

workshops, meetings, independent artists, musicians, and dancers.

THE WHY: There is a direct link between

the arts and a thriving community. The People's
Building is a place where artists of all disciplines
can explore, educate, and perform while inspiring
metro-area residents and visitors.

THE VISION: The People's Building seeks to

become a part of the national arts conversation,
serve as a haven for artists in a growing
metropolis, and offer programming that is as
diverse as Aurora.

P H OTO CO U R T E SY O F : A A R O N V E G A
& N U O R I K K I O FA S H I O N

AURORA HISTORY MUSEUM
15051 E. Alameda Pkwy.
Did you know Aurora acted as a
temporary command center and home
to President Dwight Eisenhower?
Spend an afternoon at the admissionfree Aurora History Museum, which is
filled with artifacts, documents, and
interesting exhibits that tell the story of
the city. Aside from exhibits that take
you back in time, check out current
rotating displays that show Aurora's
growth and culture. auroragov.org

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