Grab a bike and pedal around historic Aurora

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AURORA, CO - Pedal through historical sites on a 3.1-mile biking tour, designed by the Aurora History Museum. Riders will be biking around Original Aurora, where some of the city's oldest buildings still standing today. Although they are privately-owned, riders can still enjoy the view of the sites from public sidewalks.

This tour usually takes one to two hours, depending on the riders' preference and fitness level. Bring your own bike, or rent (https://www.pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/southlands/) one from Pedgeo Electic Bikes in Southlands. Beginning and ending at Stanley Marketplace, with a bonus of Stanley Aviation Guard House, here are five of the sites that riders will visit along the way.

Stanley Marketplace

This marketplace was originally Stanley Aviation Corporation, an aerospace manufacturing company. It was built in 1954 and employed over 500 people with design and manufacture credits. In 2015, the place was turned into Stanley Marketplace, consisting of modern restaurants, boutiques, and more while paying tribute to its historic roots.

Fuller House

The city of Aurora, or originally called Fletcher, was built in 1891 by Donald Fletcher. He designed fourteen homes, one of the remaining ones is the Fuller Home. Now located at 2027 Galena Street, it is an example of late Victorian architecture in the city.

Italian Villa

This villa was originally built in 1925 as a restaurant and had undergone various reincarnations. Its architectural design is Mission Style, with the red tile roof and stucco exterior. It is located at 1785 Hanover Street.

Centennial House

Travel to 1891 with the Centennial House, at 1671 Galena Street. This 19th-century building is currently owned by the City of Aurora and is open for public viewing from time to time. The Victorian-style house is also used for community events and historical preservation.

Milliken House

The Miliken House, now located at 1638 Galena Street, was purchased by the City of Fletcher's Mayor's wife, Lucy C.R. Miliken, for $5,000. Since then, it has been used by some of the city's important people.

Other than those mentioned above, the route also includes McMillan House, Robidoux House, Hornbein Building, 1557 Dallas Street, and Usonian House. Visit here https://www.visitaurora.com/blog/pedal-around-historic-aurora/ for more information about this self-guided historical tour.

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