Aurora Colony Museum

10/22/2026

Congratulations to the winners of our United in Stitches 54th Annual Quilt Show raffles!

Winner of the Raffle Quilt: Becky S.

Winner of the Raffle Basket: Quentin W.

Thank you to all of our visitors, participants and sponsors for contributing to another successful event and supporting the Aurora Colony Museum! We look forward to seeing you at next year's show, Down By the Bay!

Thank you to our raffle basket sponsors:
White Rabbit Bakery, The Cotton Patch, French Prairie Perennials

10/16/2026

Oregon City Residents: Do You Recognize This Quilt?

The Candy Lane School Quilt, created during the 1995–1996 school year, is part of this year’s Quilt Show at the Aurora Colony Museum!

Made with drawings by all of Candy Lane School’s fourth graders, this special quilt captures how children imagined the Oregon Trail 30 years ago.

Did you contribute a drawing or know someone who did? We’d love to hear your memories.

Come see this unique piece of local history during the final days of the Aurora Colony Museum’s 54th Annual Quilt Show, running through Sunday, October 18, from 10 AM–5 PM.

Location: Aurora Colony Museum
15018 2nd Street NE, Aurora, OR 97002

Quilt Show Admission:

Adults: $10
Groups of 10 or more: $8 per person
Museum members: Free
Multi-day pass: $12.50

Learn more: https://www.auroracolony.org/events/2026quiltshow

10/15/2026

New this year! Some of the beautiful quilts featured in our 54th Annual Quilt Show are available for purchase!

Visitors may purchase a quilt during the show, and the quilt will remain on display through the end of the event. Purchased quilts may be picked up after the show closes.

When: Daily through Sunday, October 18
Hours: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Admission:
$10 regular admission
$8 per person for groups of 10 or more
Free for museum members
$12.50 multi-day pass

Event Details: https://www.auroracolony.org/events/2026quiltshow

10/15/2026

Looking for a fun fall activity? Come make something unique with us!

Join us at the Aurora Colony Museum on Saturday, October 17, for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create a snowman ornament from vintage quilt pieces.

October 17 | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
Will Family Center, 21555 Main St. NE, Aurora
$10 per person, materials included

No sewing experience is necessary. Registration is required.

Learn more and register: https://www.auroracolony.org/presentation10-17snow

10/14/2026

One of the special offerings during our Quilt Show is the opportunity to learn from quilt historian Rachel Greco. Join us this Friday, October 16, for her presentation, “Every Stitch a Story: Verbal Quilt Appraisals.”

From fabrics and dyes to construction techniques and age, discover what quilts can tell us about their history. Bring a treasured family quilt or heirloom to learn more about its origins and how to care for it for generations to come.

Everyone is welcome to attend, even if you don’t have a quilt to bring. Presentation may be attended independent of the Quilt Show.

Friday, October 16 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Will Family Center: 21555 Main St NE, Aurora, OR 97002
Suggested donation: $10

Register ahead of time to let us know your coming and reserve your spot: https://www.auroracolony.org/quiltpresentations

10/12/2026

FRIENDLY REMINDER: Quilt Challenge Blocks Are Due Soon!

Have you finished your block for the 2026 Aurora Colony Museum Quilt Show Block Challenge: “Down by the Bay”?

Now’s the time to put the finishing touches on your creation and turn it in. All quilt blocks must be returned to the Aurora Colony Museum by Sunday, October 18, at 5:00 PM.

📍 Drop off your block at the museum or mail it to:
Aurora Colony Museum
15018 2nd St NE Aurora, OR 97002.

Remember to double check your size is correct! Need a refresher on the instructions? Visit: https://www.auroracolony.org/2026-block-challenge

We can’t wait to see the creativity, colors, and stories you’ve stitched into your blocks as we celebrate Aurora Colony history.

10/09/2026

Thank you to the Herald Pioneer for featuring our 54th Annual Quilt Show!

For the glory of quilts and quilting! Aurora Colony Museum’s 54th Annual Quilt Show, “United in Stitches,” opens Friday, Oct. 9, at the Aurora Colony Museum. The show will run […]

10/09/2026

✨ IT’S QUILT SHOW TIME! ✨

United in Stitches: the 54th Annual Quilt Show kicks off today at the Aurora Colony Museum.

For the next 10 days, the museum will be packed with incredible quilts, historic pieces, creative inspiration—and, of course, plenty to browse in the museum gift shop and quilt shop.

Come admire the artistry, check out this year’s featured quilter Millie Lim, enter to win our raffle quilt, shop for fabric and supplies, and attend one of our workshops or presentations.

📅 October 9–18
10 AM–5 PM daily
Aurora Colony Museum
15018 2nd St NE, Aurora, OR 97002
Members are free; regular admission is $10
Group Rate (10 or more): $8
Multi-day pass: $12.50

Whether you’re an experienced quilter, just getting started, or simply enjoy seeing what people can make by hand, come take a look.

Hope to see you at the show!

Visit our website for more information: https://www.auroracolony.org/events/2026quiltshow

10/08/2026

Don’t Forget to Pre-Register for Your Favorite Quilt Show Presentation or Workshop!

If you’re planning to attend one of our special presentations or workshops, now is the time to pre-register online and reserve your spot on our website:

https://www.auroracolony.org/quiltpresentations

Presentations and workshops will take place at the Will Family Preservation & Research Center, just a short walk from the Museum off Main Street.

Sessions may be attended independently of the Quilt Show.

10/06/2026

🧵 We Still Need Volunteers!

Whether you can lend a hand during the show or help with preparations before or cleanup afterward, we’d love to have you on our volunteer team.

Some of our Volunteer activities include:

- Handing out programs and assisting guests
- Helping with quilt shop and raffle sales
- Providing a watchful eye over the beautiful quilts on display
- Helping with pre-show preparations and post-show wrap-up

Bonus for our show volunteers: Everyone who volunteers during the show receives one free admission to the Quilt Show.

New to volunteering with the Aurora Colony Museum? We’d be happy to have you! Contact us at 503-678-5754 or [email protected].

You can also sign up online:
https://www.auroracolony.org/qsvolunteer