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Where is Aurora located?
- Aurora is a delightful historic city within the greater Salem, Oregon metropolitan region, best known as the home of the Aurora Colony Christian utopian settlement in the mid-19th century.
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What historical attractions can visitors explore in Aurora?
- Though the settlement has long been disbanded, visitors can learn about the region's colony history at the Old Aurora Colony Museum, which preserves many of the colony's former structures.
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What is the Canby Ferry?
- The Canby Ferry line offers service across the Willamette River, one of the region's oldest operating ferry lines.
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How far is Aurora from Portland, and what can visitors do there?
- Portland's downtown district is just half an hour away, home to hip microbreweries, farm-to-table restaurants, and eco-friendly tourist attractions.
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Table of Contents:
- 1. For history lovers: The Canby Ferry
- 2. For cultural travelers: Old Aurora Colony Museum
- 3. For wine lovers: Pheasant Run Winery
- 4. For event goers: Aurora Colony Vineyards and Winery
- 5. For golfers: Langdon Farms Golf Club
- 6. For foodie: Filberts Farmhouse Kitchen