Aurora GAR Memorial Hall and Museum

Aurora GAR Memorial Hall and Museum The Aurora Grand Army of the Republic Military Museum operates the GAR Hall, 23 E. In addition, temporary exhibits featuring the Aurora G.A.R.

The Grand Army of the Republic Military Museum, located in Aurora, Illinois, collects, preserves, interprets and honors the history of the wartime and subsequent peacetime experience of the community and its veterans throughout the history of the United S Downer Place, which is open to the public Fridays 12pm-4pm and Saturdays from 10am-3pm, and the First Friday evening of each month from 6-9pm. M

ilitary Museum artifact collection are regularly opened in the David L. Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, Weds-Fri from 12-4pm, Saturdays 10am-3pm, and the First Friday of each month from 6-9pm. Individual and group tours available by appointment. Programs for scouts, school groups, and senior groups are available by contacting our curator, Eric Pry, at [email protected] or at (630) 256-3348. The museum is free to all, donations are appreciated. Donations help fund additional exhibits, preservation, and public programming.

Sign up now before it's too late! Specialist thanks for the Aurora Historical Society for partnering with us!
08/12/2026

Sign up now before it's too late! Specialist thanks for the Aurora Historical Society for partnering with us!

The Aurora GAR Memorial Hall and Museum and the Aurora Historical Society are excited to announce the unsealing of a time capsule that is over 100 years old! đź“ś

Join them on Saturday, August 22, from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. as they unveil the Masonic Temple Time Capsule, discovered just before the emergency demolition of the historic Lincoln Masonic Temple in 2019, following a devastating three-alarm fire. The time capsule is believed to date from 1921 to 1924, coinciding with the laying of the building’s cornerstone in 1921.

Snacks and refreshments will be provided for attendees. Admission to the event is free, but online registration is encouraged. Tickets can be reserved at www.aurora.il.us/TimeCapsule.

Let’s dive into history and see what treasures await us inside! 🔍

đź“… Date: Saturday, August 22
⏰ Time: 5 P.M. to 7 P.M.
đź“Ť Location: G.A.R. Military Museum, 23 E. Downer Place, Aurora, IL 60505

05/15/2026

The G.A.R. Military Museum will be closed today, May 15, and tomorrow, May 16. We hope to see you next week!

Tomorrow afternoon is our next Night at the Museum! Register today to ensure you have a seat!
05/08/2026

Tomorrow afternoon is our next Night at the Museum! Register today to ensure you have a seat!

05/07/2026

Do you have an important family heirloom? Want to learn how to preserve your wedding dress? Join us today for our Preserving the Past program!

Did you know? There are over 6,000 monuments dedicated to the American Civil War in the United States? Make sure to regi...
05/06/2026

Did you know? There are over 6,000 monuments dedicated to the American Civil War in the United States? Make sure to register for our next Night at the Museum and explore the history of these shrines of America's most dire conflict.

Only one week until our next Night at the Museum! Make sure to reserve your seat today!
05/02/2026

Only one week until our next Night at the Museum! Make sure to reserve your seat today!

Join us tomorrow for our monthly Family Craft Day!
05/01/2026

Join us tomorrow for our monthly Family Craft Day!

After stop by the G.A.R. Military Museum for a family-friendly craft!
04/30/2026

After stop by the G.A.R. Military Museum for a family-friendly craft!

Saturday is our next Craft Day! Join us for a fun, family-friendly chance to make a craft. 11am-2pm at the G.A.R. Milita...
04/29/2026

Saturday is our next Craft Day! Join us for a fun, family-friendly chance to make a craft. 11am-2pm at the G.A.R. Military Museum!

Opening tomorrow night! The Smithsonian's The Mask of Lincoln explores the photographic history of the 16th President of...
04/14/2026

Opening tomorrow night! The Smithsonian's The Mask of Lincoln explores the photographic history of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Join us for the opening night with snacks and refreshments!

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23 E. Downer Place
Aurora, IL
60505

Opening Hours

Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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(630) 256-3348

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