Aurora Room

Echoes of Aurora: Bridging Past & Present, explores the evolving yet enduring aspects of Aurora’s history. Themes such as architecture, health and healing, local business, and popular pastimes are woven together to reflect both change and continuity.

A highlight of this space is the striking mural by Indigenous artist August Swinson, inviting reflection on living in harmony with the land and all living beings. Throughout the museum, the presence of Indigenous knowledge is further honored with several items on loan from the personal collection of Anishinaabe Traditional Grandmother and Ancestral Knowledge Keeper, Kim Wheatley, offering deeper insights into Indigenous traditions and culture.

Together, these elements create a vibrant dialogue between Aurora’s past and present, encouraging visitors to reflect on the connections between culture, history, and community.