The Carnegie library was built in 1917-18 for $18,000. Half of the money was funded by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation. The Ladies Saturday Club helped raise the remaining contributions.... The Catholic Church was built in 1905 from bricks said to have come from Verona.
Aurora, MO Historic ChurchesThe Chamber of Commerce has designed a walking/driving tour of historic sites throughout Aurora including sixteen historic buildings and homes dating from 1880 to the early 1900
Aurora, MO ToursThe drive-in theatre is one of the few remaining in the area and families from Joplin and Springfield as well as farther away drive to Aurora to see movies here. It'
Aurora, MO TheatresThe Scott home was built in 1906 for $38,000 taking 20 laborers and two years to build. The light fixtures are attached to gas and electric lines.
Aurora, MO Historic HomesThe Carnegie library was built in 1917-18 for $18,000
Aurora, MO Carnegie LibrariesAn inspirational water, light and sound show, featuring Precious Moments artwork and soundtrack by members of the London Phil...