Follow the River: Celebrating Our River Heritage In Aurora And Rising Sun

Family-friendly weekend of activities.

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(Aurora, Ind.) - Main Street Aurora and the Dearborn County Historical Society are sponsoring a weekend full of river themed activities. 

Follow the River: Celebrating Our River Heritage is Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6  

Activities will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day in various locations throughout Aurora and Rising Sun. 

Things to see include: 

  • The New Orleans Riverboat Exhibit 
  • Hillforest Victorian House Museum
  • Antique & Vintage Automobiles 
  • The Triple Whipple Bridge 
  • The Samuel Barkshire House 

There are many activities offering free admission, but entry fees may apply to some activities. 

You can find out more about the fun at dearborncountyhs.org.  

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