ANNUAL EVENTS
Blessing of the BoatsJoin us for the annual blessing of all watercraaft to
celebrate boating fun on the lake with a picnic and live music. Free to one and all.
Route 90 Yard SaleThe last full weekend of July, the Route 90 Yard Sale
runs along Route 90 for 54 miles, from Montezuma to Homer. Pack a cooler and get ready to hunt for treasures!
Christmas in AuroraThe first weekend of December, Christmas in Aurora
traditionally offers a holiday house tour, seasonal shopping, a holiday concert, and a village tree lighting.
A uror a is a place like no other.
With award-winning wineries, a rich
history, world-class shopping, gracious
lodging, a variety of dining options, and friendly
neighbors, taking a walk down Aurora’s Main
Street is like stepping into a Norman Rockwell
scene. Originally settled by the Haudenosaunee
Confederacy as the “village of constant dawn,” the
Village of Aurora was formally established in 1795
by veterans of the Revolutionary War and has since
been a small yet remarkably vibrant community
where travelers are welcomed and invited to explore.
The Aurora Arts & Merchants Association represents businesses and not-for-profit organizations, locally focused yet
regionally active, in the greater Aurora area. To learn more about this locally-focused yet regionally-active
organization, please visit our website:
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WHERE WE ARE
Centrally located in the Finger Lakes, a visit to Aurora is an easy getaway from New York City
and other cities in the Northeast.
A half hour from Ithaca and Skaneateles. Just over an hour from Syracuse and Rochester.
An easy 4.5 hour drive from New York City.
VISITAURORANY.COM
AURORAthe gem of new york’s finger lakes
Aerial Photo by Alex Torea
Thanks to Cayuga Lake National Bank for their sponsorship of this brochure
HISTORY & HERITAGEWith deep roots in agriculture, trade, education, and the arts, Aurora boasts a remarkable heritage. Established in 1795 — but settled long before then — Aurora has served as the home to many notable residents, including the founder of Wells Fargo & Company and the American Express Company, one of the three original shareholders of the New York Times, and a president of the American Humane Association. Today, the Aurora Village-Wells College Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
SHOPPING & LODGINGFor a small village of around 400 residents, Aurora and its surroundings offer a remarkable selection of quality shopping and lodging options for both residents and travelers. Visitors and locals alike can stock up on stylish clothing, handsome antiques, world-renowned pottery, whimsical furnishings, professional photography, and more. From classic, charming guest houses to four-diamond luxury inns, Aurora offers a variety of overnight accommodations to suit any discerning traveler.
EDUCATION & CULTUREAurora is home to Wells College, founded in 1868 as one of the first higher learning institutions for women in the country. Today, Wells is coeducational and has earned a reputation as one of the finest liberal arts colleges in the northeast. The college is joined in Aurora by a non-sectarian, private elementary school and a Waldorf preschool. The Aurora Free Library & Morgan Opera House anchors downtown, offering a wide variety of performances and serving the community with a carefully curated collection of media.
FOOD & WINEFlanked by rolling vineyards and centuries-old farms, Aurora lives at the heart of a thriving farm-to-table culture. Positioned along the oldest wine trail in the country, Aurora boasts several award-winning wineries with friendly and knowledgeable staff. The village offers a variety of dining options, from the local pub, to a charming bakery, to fine dining on the water’s edge. Stop by one of the many farm stands dotting the country roads for locally grown produce, or visit a local cheese maker for a taste of fresh artisanal cheese.
Photography by Jacqueline Conderacci Design Layout by Alex Schloop
Aurora Brochure FINAL-2.indd 1 8/22/16 9:57 AM
ANNUAL EVENTS
Blessing of the BoatsJoin us for the annual blessing of all watercraaft to
celebrate boating fun on the lake with a picnic and live music. Free to one and all.
Route 90 Yard SaleThe last full weekend of July, the Route 90 Yard Sale
runs along Route 90 for 54 miles, from Montezuma to Homer. Pack a cooler and get ready to hunt for treasures!
Christmas in AuroraThe first weekend of December, Christmas in Aurora
traditionally offers a holiday house tour, seasonal shopping, a holiday concert, and a village tree lighting.
A uror a is a place like no other.
With award-winning wineries, a rich
history, world-class shopping, gracious
lodging, a variety of dining options, and friendly
neighbors, taking a walk down Aurora’s Main
Street is like stepping into a Norman Rockwell
scene. Originally settled by the Haudenosaunee
Confederacy as the “village of constant dawn,” the
Village of Aurora was formally established in 1795
by veterans of the Revolutionary War and has since
been a small yet remarkably vibrant community
where travelers are welcomed and invited to explore.
The Aurora Arts & Merchants Association represents businesses and not-for-profit organizations, locally focused yet
regionally active, in the greater Aurora area. To learn more about this locally-focused yet regionally-active
organization, please visit our website:
VISITAURORANY.COMp. o. b o x 3 8 6 , a u r or a , n e w y or k 13 0 2 6
WHERE WE ARE
Centrally located in the Finger Lakes, a visit to Aurora is an easy getaway from New York City
and other cities in the Northeast.
A half hour from Ithaca and Skaneateles. Just over an hour from Syracuse and Rochester.
An easy 4.5 hour drive from New York City.
VISITAURORANY.COM
AURORAthe gem of new york’s finger lakes
Aerial Photo by Alex Torea
Thanks to Cayuga Lake National Bank for their sponsorship of this brochure
HISTORY & HERITAGEWith deep roots in agriculture, trade, education, and the arts, Aurora boasts a remarkable heritage. Established in 1795 — but settled long before then — Aurora has served as the home to many notable residents, including the founder of Wells Fargo & Company and the American Express Company, one of the three original shareholders of the New York Times, and a president of the American Humane Association. Today, the Aurora Village-Wells College Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
SHOPPING & LODGINGFor a small village of around 400 residents, Aurora and its surroundings offer a remarkable selection of quality shopping and lodging options for both residents and travelers. Visitors and locals alike can stock up on stylish clothing, handsome antiques, world-renowned pottery, whimsical furnishings, professional photography, and more. From classic, charming guest houses to four-diamond luxury inns, Aurora offers a variety of overnight accommodations to suit any discerning traveler.
EDUCATION & CULTUREAurora is home to Wells College, founded in 1868 as one of the first higher learning institutions for women in the country. Today, Wells is coeducational and has earned a reputation as one of the finest liberal arts colleges in the northeast. The college is joined in Aurora by a non-sectarian, private elementary school and a Waldorf preschool. The Aurora Free Library & Morgan Opera House anchors downtown, offering a wide variety of performances and serving the community with a carefully curated collection of media.
FOOD & WINEFlanked by rolling vineyards and centuries-old farms, Aurora lives at the heart of a thriving farm-to-table culture. Positioned along the oldest wine trail in the country, Aurora boasts several award-winning wineries with friendly and knowledgeable staff. The village offers a variety of dining options, from the local pub, to a charming bakery, to fine dining on the water’s edge. Stop by one of the many farm stands dotting the country roads for locally grown produce, or visit a local cheese maker for a taste of fresh artisanal cheese.
Photography by Jacqueline Conderacci Design Layout by Alex Schloop
Aurora Brochure FINAL-2.indd 1 8/22/16 9:57 AM
ANNUAL EVENTS
Blessing of the BoatsJoin us for the annual blessing of all watercraaft to
celebrate boating fun on the lake with a picnic and live music. Free to one and all.
Route 90 Yard SaleThe last full weekend of July, the Route 90 Yard Sale
runs along Route 90 for 54 miles, from Montezuma to Homer. Pack a cooler and get ready to hunt for treasures!
Christmas in AuroraThe first weekend of December, Christmas in Aurora
traditionally offers a holiday house tour, seasonal shopping, a holiday concert, and a village tree lighting.
A uror a is a place like no other.
With award-winning wineries, a rich
history, world-class shopping, gracious
lodging, a variety of dining options, and friendly
neighbors, taking a walk down Aurora’s Main
Street is like stepping into a Norman Rockwell
scene. Originally settled by the Haudenosaunee
Confederacy as the “village of constant dawn,” the
Village of Aurora was formally established in 1795
by veterans of the Revolutionary War and has since
been a small yet remarkably vibrant community
where travelers are welcomed and invited to explore.
The Aurora Arts & Merchants Association represents businesses and not-for-profit organizations, locally focused yet
regionally active, in the greater Aurora area. To learn more about this locally-focused yet regionally-active
organization, please visit our website:
VISITAURORANY.COMp. o. b o x 3 8 6 , a u r or a , n e w y or k 13 0 2 6
WHERE WE ARE
Centrally located in the Finger Lakes, a visit to Aurora is an easy getaway from New York City
and other cities in the Northeast.
A half hour from Ithaca and Skaneateles. Just over an hour from Syracuse and Rochester.
An easy 4.5 hour drive from New York City.
VISITAURORANY.COM
AURORAthe gem of new york’s finger lakes
Aerial Photo by Alex Torea
Thanks to Cayuga Lake National Bank for their sponsorship of this brochure
HISTORY & HERITAGEWith deep roots in agriculture, trade, education, and the arts, Aurora boasts a remarkable heritage. Established in 1795 — but settled long before then — Aurora has served as the home to many notable residents, including the founder of Wells Fargo & Company and the American Express Company, one of the three original shareholders of the New York Times, and a president of the American Humane Association. Today, the Aurora Village-Wells College Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
SHOPPING & LODGINGFor a small village of around 400 residents, Aurora and its surroundings offer a remarkable selection of quality shopping and lodging options for both residents and travelers. Visitors and locals alike can stock up on stylish clothing, handsome antiques, world-renowned pottery, whimsical furnishings, professional photography, and more. From classic, charming guest houses to four-diamond luxury inns, Aurora offers a variety of overnight accommodations to suit any discerning traveler.
EDUCATION & CULTUREAurora is home to Wells College, founded in 1868 as one of the first higher learning institutions for women in the country. Today, Wells is coeducational and has earned a reputation as one of the finest liberal arts colleges in the northeast. The college is joined in Aurora by a non-sectarian, private elementary school and a Waldorf preschool. The Aurora Free Library & Morgan Opera House anchors downtown, offering a wide variety of performances and serving the community with a carefully curated collection of media.
FOOD & WINEFlanked by rolling vineyards and centuries-old farms, Aurora lives at the heart of a thriving farm-to-table culture. Positioned along the oldest wine trail in the country, Aurora boasts several award-winning wineries with friendly and knowledgeable staff. The village offers a variety of dining options, from the local pub, to a charming bakery, to fine dining on the water’s edge. Stop by one of the many farm stands dotting the country roads for locally grown produce, or visit a local cheese maker for a taste of fresh artisanal cheese.
Photography by Jacqueline Conderacci Design Layout by Alex Schloop
Aurora Brochure FINAL-2.indd 1 8/22/16 9:57 AM
ANNUAL EVENTS
Blessing of the BoatsJoin us for the annual blessing of all watercraaft to
celebrate boating fun on the lake with a picnic and live music. Free to one and all.
Route 90 Yard SaleThe last full weekend of July, the Route 90 Yard Sale
runs along Route 90 for 54 miles, from Montezuma to Homer. Pack a cooler and get ready to hunt for treasures!
Christmas in AuroraThe first weekend of December, Christmas in Aurora
traditionally offers a holiday house tour, seasonal shopping, a holiday concert, and a village tree lighting.
Aurora is a place like no other.
With award-winning wineries, a rich
history, world-class shopping, gracious
lodging, a variety of dining options, and friendly
neighbors, taking a walk down Aurora’s Main
Street is like stepping into a Norman Rockwell
scene. Originally settled by the Haudenosaunee
Confederacy as the “village of constant dawn,” the
Village of Aurora was formally established in 1795
by veterans of the Revolutionary War and has since
been a small yet remarkably vibrant community
where travelers are welcomed and invited to explore.
The Aurora Arts & Merchants Association represents businesses and not-for-profit organizations, locally focused yet
regionally active, in the greater Aurora area. To learn more about this locally-focused yet regionally-active
organization, please visit our website:
VISITAURORANY.COMp.o. box 386, aurora, new york 13026
WHERE WE ARE
Centrally located in the Finger Lakes, a visit to Aurora is an easy getaway from New York City
and other cities in the Northeast.
A half hour from Ithaca and Skaneateles. Just over an hour from Syracuse and Rochester.
An easy 4.5 hour drive from New York City.
VISITAURORANY.COM
AURORA the gem of new york’s finger lakes
Aerial Photo by Alex Torea
Thanks to Cayuga Lake National Bank for their sponsorship of this brochure
HISTORY & HERITAGEWith deep roots in agriculture, trade, education, and the arts, Aurora boasts a remarkable heritage. Established in 1795 — but settled long before then — Aurora has served as the home to many notable residents, including the founder of Wells Fargo & Company and the American Express Company, one of the three original shareholders of the New York Times, and a president of the American Humane Association. Today, the Aurora Village-Wells College Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
SHOPPING & LODGINGFor a small village of around 400 residents, Aurora and its surroundings offer a remarkable selection of quality shopping and lodging options for both residents and travelers. Visitors and locals alike can stock up on stylish clothing, handsome antiques, world-renowned pottery, whimsical furnishings, professional photography, and more. From classic, charming guest houses to four-diamond luxury inns, Aurora offers a variety of overnight accommodations to suit any discerning traveler.
EDUCATION & CULTUREAurora is home to Wells College, founded in 1868 as one of the first higher learning institutions for women in the country. Today, Wells is coeducational and has earned a reputation as one of the finest liberal arts colleges in the northeast. The college is joined in Aurora by a non-sectarian, private elementary school and a Waldorf preschool. The Aurora Free Library & Morgan Opera House anchors downtown, offering a wide variety of performances and serving the community with a carefully curated collection of media.
FOOD & WINEFlanked by rolling vineyards and centuries-old farms, Aurora lives at the heart of a thriving farm-to-table culture. Positioned along the oldest wine trail in the country, Aurora boasts several award-winning wineries with friendly and knowledgeable staff. The village offers a variety of dining options, from the local pub, to a charming bakery, to fine dining on the water’s edge. Stop by one of the many farm stands dotting the country roads for locally grown produce, or visit a local cheese maker for a taste of fresh artisanal cheese.
Photography by Jacqueline ConderacciDesign Layout by Alex Schloop
Aurora Brochure FINAL-2.indd 18/22/16 9:57 AM
ho w l a n d s t on e s t or e m u s e u mthis 1837 store tells a story of abolition & women’s rights2956 State Route 34B, Sherwood, New York 13026howlandstonestore.org • 315.364.5587
k i ng f e r r y g ol f c l u bnine holes in the Scottish link style with lake views1309 Clearview Road, King Ferry, New York 13081kingferrygolfclub.com • 315.364.7343
mor g a n op e r a hou s eabove the Aurora Free Library, offering a variety of productions384 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026morganoperahouse.org • 315.364.5437
w e l l s c ol l e g e g ol f c ou r s enine holes designed by Robert Trent Jones on the Wells campus170 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026wells-express.com • 315.364.8024
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a n n i e ’s g u e s t hou s ea fun & friendly place to stay in the heart of the Finger Lakes444 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026aghaurora.com • 315.406.6501
au r or a m a i n s ta y s enjoy your stay on Main–the guest houses along Main432 & 434 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026auroramainstays.com
Th e E v e r mor e a country retreat-formerly MacKenzie-Childs’ estate 1671 State Route 90, King Ferry, New York 13081the-evermore.com • 978-430-9408
t h e i n n s of au r or asteeped in history, restored to luxury • four boutique properties391 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026innsofaurora.com • 315.364.8888
aurora ny farmer s marketcome by, come buy - locally made goods & producecorner of Main Street & Poplar Ridge Road, Aurora, NY 13026auroranyfarmersmarket.com • 315.364.3304
au r or a i n n di n i ng r o omfrom-scratch, farm-to-table dining on the water’s edge391 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026innsofaurora.com • 315.364.8888
d or i e ’s b a k e r ypastries, ice cream, soups & sandwiches, pizza, beer & wine283 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026innsofaurora.com • 315.364.8818
fa r g o b a r & g r i l lthe best burger in the finger lakes & so much more384 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026innsofaurora.com • 315.364.8006
l e dya r d fa r m sthe finest in Morgan horses and Highland cattle1481 State Route 34B, King Ferry, New York 13081ledyardfarms.com • 315.364.5660
l ong p oi n t or c h a r dretail & wholesale apricots, peaches, & apples2007 State Route 90, Aurora, New York [email protected] • 315.364.5889
p u m p k i n h i l l bi s t r ocomfort food with a twist2051 State Route 90, Aurora ,New York 13026pumpkinhillbistro.com • 315.364.7091
v i l l a g e m a r k e tcoffee, soups & ready-to-go sandwiches, pantry staples385 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026innsofaurora.com • 315.364.8803
ARCHITECTURE, ART & DESIGN
EDUCATION
ENTERTAINMENT
LODGING
NON-PROFITS
SERVICES
WINERIES & BREWERIES
SHOPPING
b a r r y h a m e l a r c h i t e c t specializing in high-end custom homes & [email protected] • 315.246.6815
c a r db oa r d -a t l a n t i s| ‘mem(ə)rəbəl | How do you want to be seen?2040 State Route 90, Aurora, New York 13026cardboard-atlantis.com • 215.528-9012
m i l l e r t i l l i ngdesign & construction services from cabinetry to metalwork8784 State Route 90, King Ferry, New York 13081millertilling.com • 315.952.7139
t r i l l i u m g r a p h ic sunordinary concepts in photography, graphics, videography371 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026jaccipix.com • 315.364.5408
t h e p e r f e c t l a m p s h a decustom, hand-crafted lampshades in vintage & modern designstheperfectlampshade.com • 315.364.7237
wo od l l cgeneral contractor for residential and commercialState Route 90, King Ferry, New York 13081woodllc.com • 315.364.7070
au r or a p r e s c ho olWaldorf inspired, positive first school experiences & support337 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026theaurorapreschool.com • 315-364-5120
p e ac h t o w n e l e m e n ta r y s c ho ola small, progressive independent school offering preK - 8th22 Deans Road, Aurora, New York 13026peachtownschool.com • 315.364.8721
w e l l s b o ok a r t s c e n t e roffering courses in bookbinding, letterpress printing, & more170 Main Street, Morgan Hall, Aurora, New York 13026wellsbookartscenter.org • 315.364.3420
w e l l s c ol l e g ea nationally recognized private liberal arts college170 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026wells.edu • 315.364.3266
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sa n pe dro sist er com m u n it y proj ecthandmade products from El Salvador, fair-trade coffee315.730.2498
u n i t e d m i n i s t r y of au r or aservices in the Episcopal & Presbyterian traditions337 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026unitedministryofaurora.org • 315.364.8543
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good sh e ph e r d c at hol ic com m u n it ySunday masses at 9:00 a.m. in the summer299 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026thegoodshepherd.cc • 315.364.7197
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a m bi t e n e r g y c on s u lta n t ssave money, start a business, change your lifeww2.ambitenergy.com • 315.246.0413
au r or a f r e e l i br a r ywireless internet, fax & copy services, books & media370 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026f lls.org/auroralib • 315.364.8074
au r or a vol u n t e e r f i r e de pa r t m e n tAurora’s all-volunteer fire and rescue organization456 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026avfd.net • 315.364.8590
b a r n wa r r ior c r o s s f i tpersonal & group training, fitness classes, & sports clinics2139 Scipio Venice Town Line Road, Aurora, New York 13026barnwarriorcrossfit.com • 973.479.0905
c a y ug a l a k e n a t ion a l b a n ka full-service bank featuring a 24-hour atm397 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026cayugalakenationalbank.com • 315.364.8071
c hoic e t i m e spersonalized yoga wellness programs & trainingKing Ferry, New York 13081choicetimes.com • 954.254.8871
f i ng e r l a k e s a dv e n t u r e g e a rmake every day an adventure - canoe, kayak, paddleboard rentals fingerlakesadventuregear.com • 315.237.8731
h aw k ac u p u nc t u r e & h e r b sspecializing in natural family cures982 State Route 34B, King Ferry, New York 13081jhawklac.com • 315.730.1153
joh n d. p l ac e m a s s a g emore than 30 years of holistic wellness & healing experience315.364.5765
j u s t b y a h a i rfamily salon & spa specializing in trending cuts & color155 Cayuga Street, Union Springs, New York 13160315.888.5952/315.730.3467
l a n d of l a k e s r e a lt yCayuga County’s leading realtor113 Cayuga Street, Union Springs, New York 13160billkrausehomes.com • 315.889.2000/315.246-6603
r e/m a x i n mo t ionserving the needs of Aurora’s real estate, lake front & rental markets313 North Meadow Street, Ithaca, New York 14850remax.com • 607.351.1995
t on e s s ol u t ion shelping you with your lawn and landscape needsUnion Springs, New York 13160tonessolutions.com • 315.224.9991
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au r or a a r t & de s ig n c e n t e rthe mall of Aurora - diversified shopping in art, antiques & gifts371 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026auroraartsanddesign.com • 315.364.8005/315.364.5408
au r or a s hoe c om pa n yall shoes are handcrafted, one step at a time1690 State Route 90, Aurora, New York 13026aurorashoeco.com • 315.364.7892
b l ac k s h e e p f i n e a n t iqu e sfine antiques for the discerning collector380 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026blacksheepfineantiques.com • 315.729.2776
j a n e mor g a n ’s l i t t l e hou s ewhere your favorite outfit is waiting!378 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026janemorganslittlehouse.com • 315.364.7715
k i ng f e r r y c or n e r s t or egas & grocery - locally made & locally raisedcorner of State Route 90 & 34B, King Ferry, NY 13081315.364.5300
m a c k e n z i e - c h i l d shandcrafted ceramics & more for table, home, and garden3260 State Route 90, Aurora, New York 13026mackenzie-childs.com • 888.665-1999 / 315.364.7123
s e c on d s t or y r o s ea curated collection of stylish antiques, vintage, & thrift 286 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026secondstoryrose.com • 607.592.6893
v i n tag e l ig h t i ngquality antique lighting, including restoration & repair371 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026315.364.8182
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au r or a a l e & l a g e rchaotically creative brews1891 State Route 90, King Ferry, New York 13081brewaurora.com • 315.730.9897/914.438.1404
b e t t h e fa r m w i n e r y & m a r k e tproducers & purveyors of small-batch, hand-crafted wines381 Main Street, Aurora, New York 13026betthefarmny.com • 315.294.5643
h e a r t & h a n d s w i n e c om pa n ya boutique winery focused on premium Pinot Noir & Reisling4162 State Route 90, Union Springs, New York 13026heartandhandswine.com • 315.889.8500
t r e l e av e n w i n e r yan estate winery producing fine vinifera wines since 1988658 Lake Road, King Ferry, New York 13081treleavenwines.com • 315.364.5100
l ong p oi n t w i n e r yspecializing in fine dry red wines & great lake views1484 Lake Road, King Ferry, New York 13081longpointwinery.com • 315.364.6990
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