Student Highlight - June 21, 2022

Hillforest House Museum

Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest opens for tours today and hosts many special events throughout the season. Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest open NOW…Tuesday - Friday, 11 AM - 3 PM (last tour begins at 2:15 PM) and Saturday and Sunday, 1 - 5 PM (last tour begins at 4:15 PM). (Closed major holidays). Available for special events and teas!

12th Aug at Hillforest Victorian House Museum

Tiny Art Contest (APL & DPL)

Stop by Aurora or Dillsboro to pick up supplies to create and enter your own tiny masterpiece into our Tiny Art Show! Winners will be chosen from each age group: 12 and under, 13-19, and 20+. You will receive a tiny canvas, paint, and paintbrushes. Pick up your supplies August 1st through 13th. Art is due back on August 20th. Winners will be announced on the 25th.

12th Aug at Aurora Public Library

Community yard sale

Community yard sale. Lots of different people having numerous yard sales in front or by their apartment building.

12th Aug at Mcnair Manor Apartments