Aurora Colony Museum

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

10/02/2026

✨ Mark your calendars for the special Presentations & Workshops happening during the 54th Annual Aurora Colony Quilt Show! ✨

Most 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.

🪡 Workshop & Presentation Schedule

Tuesday, October 13

1–4 PM — Kinusaiga Techniques & Kit with Carrie Townsend, Pineapple Quilt Studio
6–9 PM — Kinusaiga Techniques & Kit with Carrie Townsend, Pineapple Quilt Studio

Thursday, October 15

10–11:30 AM — How to Use T-Shirts in a Memory Quilt with Carrie Townsend, Pineapple Quilt Studio
2–3:30 PM — How to Use T-Shirts in a Memory Quilt with Carrie Townsend, Pineapple Quilt Studio

Friday, October 16

11 AM–1 PM — Every Stitch a Story: Verbal Quilt Appraisals with Rachel Greco, Grandma’s Attic Sewing Emporium

Saturday, October 17

10:30 AM–12 PM — Snowmen Ornaments from Cutter Quilts
1–3 PM — How to Combine and Sew with Fabrics Other Than Cotton with Diane Bowden, The Cotton Patch

Whether you’re a seasoned quilter, a curious beginner, or simply love beautiful textiles and creative traditions, there’s something to inspire you!

See individual workshop details and register your spot on our website:
https://www.auroracolony.org/quiltpresentations

09/29/2026

🧵 Let’s talk quilts! 🧵

We’re getting ready for our upcoming quilt show "United in Stitches" on October 9-18, and there’s so much to look forward to! From treasured antique quilts and new creations to classes, presentations, and shopping, this year’s show has something for every quilt lover.

Are you planning to join us? What are you most excited to see or do?

Maybe you have a quilt you’d like to enter (deadline Friday, October 2, 2026), a class you’re interested in, or you’re looking forward to the Quilt Shop, the block challenge, or hearing quilt historian Rachel Greco during a verbal appraisal.

💬 Tell us in the comments: What are you looking forward to at United in Stitches?

📅 Planning to attend? Let us know you’re coming by marking yourself as Interested or Going on the Facebook event page, and invite a friend who loves quilts!

Check out the event page for more info: www.auroracolony.org/events/2026quiltshow

09/26/2026

🧵The 54th Annual Quilt Show is almost here!🪡

This year’s show, United in Stitches, brings together quilts old and new, classes and presentations, shopping, and plenty to see throughout the Museum.

We are still accepting quilts for the show through Fri. 10/2, so there is still time to participate. New this year - opportunity to consign your quilt for sale. You do not need to be the quilter to display the quilt - quilts can be family heirlooms or ones you have collected.

Classes are now live, with opportunities to learn new techniques, explore quilt history, and spend time with experienced quilters. Bring a quilt for a verbal appraisal and learn from quilt historian Rachel Greco.

Fabric for this year's block challenge, Down by the Bay, is available for pick up at the Museum or call to have it mailed. Blocks are due back Sun. 10/18.

And do not miss the Quilt Shop, with fabrics, vintage quilts, and plenty of good finds.

📅 Save the date: October 9–18, 2026.
📍 Aurora Colony Museum, 15018 2nd St. NE, Aurora, OR

More info at: https://www.auroracolony.org/events/2026quiltshow

09/14/2026

🍂 Museum Autumn Social in the Courtyard 🍂

This Wednesday, Sep. 16th, from 5:00–8:00 PM, join us at the Aurora Colony Museum for a relaxed evening in the courtyard.
https://www.auroracolony.org/events/autumn

This gathering is our way of saying thank you to our community for supporting the museum, our programs, and our events throughout the year.

As a special thank-you, Topwire IPAs are on us. Each adult may enjoy up to two complimentary beers, consumed during the event.

Bring a picnic, a favorite game, or a craft project and settle in for the evening. Table and yard games will be available. Come with family or friends, meet someone new, or simply enjoy the courtyard as summer begins to give way to fall.

Additional Topwire will also be available to purchase for offsite enjoyment at $10 per 4-pack.

This is a family-friendly event. Non-alcoholic beverages and a limited selection of snacks will be available for purchase.

Interested in adding a little live music to the evening? Contact us if you would like to busk during the event. ([email protected] or 503-678-5754)

📅 Wednesday
🕔 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Aurora Colony Museum Courtyard (entrance off Liberty)
15018 2nd St. NE, Aurora, OR

Bring something to do, something to eat, or just yourself. We hope to see you there.

Thank you to our event sponsor: TopWire https://www.topwirebeer.com/