Message from Mayor
Mark Drury

Mark Drury - Mayor, City of Aurora.
Mayor's Message

Aurora is a historic river town that is situated 35 miles west of Cincinnati, Ohio, located in the Southeast corner of Indiana. Aurora was settled in the early 1800's and incorporated in 1845 and has strong historic connections to the Ohio River. Aurora is full of unique and historic buildings that preserve its older rivercity characteristics.

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Address
235 Main Street

Phone
812-926-1777

Aurora Lions Club

Phone
812-926-1300

Email
auroralions@comcast.net

Website

auroralions.org

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Aurora City Businesses Map

City of Aurora
Wayfinding Businesses

Check out the new City of Aurora Wayfinding Map, a map of all businesses in the Aurora downtown area. This important aspect of downtown revitalization was proudly designed and funded by Main Street Aurora.

You may click the button below to view the enlarged map, or you can see it at its permanent location over on the Retail, Restaurants and Services Page. Now, in addition to addresses and phone numbers, you will be able to see exactly where in Aurora the business you are looking for is located.

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  • Riverboat on the Ohio River during a cruise celebrating the bicentennial of Aurora, Indiana's founding.
  • Aurora riverside overhead during the LST 325 event.
  • LST 325 landing with B-52 flyover, Aurora, Indiana.
  • Overhead view of the Aurora Farmers Fair at night.
  • Circle City Stompers performing at the Aurora Farmers Fair.
  • South Dearborn High School float at the Aurora Farmers Fair parade.
  • Classic car in front of ARCC during Red, White, and BOOM event, 2019.
  • American flag with fireworks in background during Red, White, and BOOM event, 2019.
  • Ohio River voyager canoe adventure.
  • City Manager, Guinevere Emery and a fellow patron enjoying a Bike Share bike ride on the Dearborn Trail in Aurora, Indiana.
  • Mayor Donny Hastings and others celebrating St. Mary's in Aurora.
  • Consolidated Grain and Barge.
  • Morning welcome from DJ's Bakery staff, with City Manager Guinevere Emery.
  • Utilities Manager, Randy Turner and City Manager Guinevere Emery posing with WCPO tv weatherman Jennifer Ketchmark.
  • River Cities Bike Share kiosk in downtown Aurora, Indiana.
  • Hillforest Mansion in downtown Aurora, Indiana.

Vistas of Aurora

Whether you come to Aurora, you are treated to a charming view of a river town which is historic, yet constantly changing. The appealing panoramas of the many spires and 19th century buildings are punctuated by countless small details, both attractive and creative, that have been capturing people’s attention for over a century and a half. We hope after watching this slideshow you’ll want to walk the streets in our Historic District, looking for these and other sights which say “Welcome,” and “Stay awhile!”

  • City of Aurora Christmas tree, 2018.
  • Nock's Park in winter at sunset, Aurora, Indiana.
  • Aurora City Pool is celebrating 50 years.
  • Custom sign for Aurora Main Street Association.
  • 3rd and Main Restaurant in Aurora, Indiana.

New Businesses

The Mayor, Aurora City Council, Main Street Aurora, and Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce have welcomed the following new or re-opened businesses to Aurora with ribbon cuttings since December 2016.

  • Aurora High School Museum new location.

    Aurora High School Museum, 326 Second St.

  • Crystals and Beyond grand opening.

    Crystals and Beyond, 431 Second St.

  • Mick’s Restaurant and Bar grand opening.

    Mick’s Restaurant & Bar, 311 Broadway St.

  • Hankering Southern Kitchen.

    Hankering Southern Kitchen, 448 Second St.

  • Sommer Salon and Spa new owners.

    Sommer Salon & Spa, 305 Sunnyside Ave.

  • All American Laundry grand opening.

    All American Laundry, 424 Third St.

  • Geneva's Homemade Quilts grand opening.

    Geneva's Homemade Quilts, 316 Third St.

  • Lucky Feather Soapery & Mercantile grand opening.

    Lucky Feather Soapery & Mercantile, 305 Third St.

  • Personally Yours Gift & Floral grand opening.

    Personally Yours Gift & Floral, 312 Third St.

  • Spire Book & Coffee Co. grand opening.

    Spire Book & Coffee Co., 308 Third St.

  • New Seasons Estate Sales.

    New Seasons Estate Sales, 320 Second St.

  • Uncle Steel's Brews grand opening.

    Uncle Steel's Brews, 315 Second St.

  • Krypto's Comix in Aurora, Indiana.

    Krypto's Comix, 311 2nd St.

  • The Aurora Diner in Aurora, Indiana.

    The Aurora Diner, 339 2nd St.

  • Big Indiana Woodworking in Aurora, Indiana.

    Big Indian Woodworking, 406 2nd St.

  • Norwood Custom Glass Studio in Aurora, Indiana.

    Norwood Custom Glass Studio, 511 2nd St.

  • J. Miller Steak Company in Aurora, Indiana.

    J. Miller Steak Company, 211 2nd St.

  • Harmony House in Aurora, Indiana.

    Harmony House, 220 4th St.

  • Mik's 2nd Street Cuts in Aurora, Indiana.

    Mik's 2nd St. Cuts, 406 2nd St.

  • Primal Butchery in Aurora, Indiana.

    Primal Butchery, 305 Main St.

Aurora, Indiana...

"A place where memories come alive, as new ones are created."