The City of Aurora, MN
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The city of Aurora is located in the state of Minnesota in St. Louis County and has a population of 1,754 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Aurora is Duluth, approximately 32 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Aurora, including Big Guy's Bar, Abbie Pub & Eatery, Rudy's Bar & Grill, Megan's Family Restaurant and Cherro's Italian Market. For a larger selection of Aurora restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Aurora Golf Courses, Museums and/or Botanical Gardens, including the Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort (The Legend Course at Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort), Hoyt Lakes Municipal Golf Course, Eveleth Municipal Golf Course, Virginia Golf Course and Iron Range Historical Society. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Aurora please click on the Attractions tab above. The following 2 airports are located in or near Aurora:
- Ely Municipal Airport (LYU)
- Eveleth - Virginia Municipal Airport (EVM)
Aurora, Minnesota Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Aurora
In the month of December, Aurora experiences an average high temperature of 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about -5 degrees with an average rainfall of 0.61 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Aurora with daytime temperatures averaging 72 degrees in the summer, and 20 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Aurora to receive an average of 0.69 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 4.24 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 98 degrees in the summer and as low as -60 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Aurora should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 51 degrees, and nighttime lows of 24.
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Aurora, Minnesota Attractions
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3M Museum - Two Harbors, The John Dwan Office Building, located at 201 Waterfront Drive in Two Harbors, in the U.S. state of Minnesota was the location where Dwan, a Two Harbors attorney drew up the incorporation papers for the Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company in 1902. The new company’s vision was to mine and process corundum that the founders believed was plentiful on Lake Superior's north shore. The company nearly went bankrupt, because the mineral they were mining was useless as an abrasive and the high humidity at Lake Superior wreaked havoc with their adhesive process.
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Eveleth Municipal Golf Course - Eveleth, The Eveleth Municipal Golf Course is a 9 hole public golf course in Saint Louis County Minnesota. is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted up to 30 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 218-744-5943. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: Old Hwy 53 & Golf Course Rd, Eveleth, MN 55734
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Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort (The Legend Course at Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort) - Biwabik, The Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort is a 36 hole resort golf course in Saint Louis County Minnesota. Built in 1997, this Biwabik course designed by Jeff Brauer & Lanny Wadkins is open may 1 to oct 18. For tee time information call the pro shop at 218-865-4143. The golf course dress code is as follows: No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required.
Address: County Rd 138, Biwabik, MN 55708
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Hoyt Lakes Municipal Golf Course - Hoyt Lakes, The Hoyt Lakes Municipal Golf Course is a 9 hole public golf course in Saint Louis County Minnesota. is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 218-225-2841. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: Country Dr 4099 Allen Jct, Hoyt Lakes, MN 55750
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Iron Range Historical Society - Gilbert, The Iron Range Historical Society is an historical society, museum and research library located in Gilbert, Minnesota. A non-profit organization, the Iron Range Historical Society exists on the donations and efforts of volunteers.
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Lake County Historical Depot Museum - Two Harbors, The Duluth and Iron Range Railroad Company Depot, located on Sixth Street in Two Harbors, in the U.S. state of Minnesota was built in 1907. The large two-story depot was the third depot on the site. The Minnesota Iron Company developed the Duluth and Iron Range Railway in 1883, laid out the town of Two Harbors in 1885, and built depots to conducts its business. When the rail line was completed to Duluth, it was used as a transfer point for passengers, lumber, and mining supplies.
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Olcott Park Greenhouse - Virginia, The Olcott Park Greenhouse 4,500 square feet is a city-operated greenhouse located in the 40 acre Olcott Park at 9th Avenue W. and 7th Street N. in Virginia, Minnesota. It is open to the public year-round without charge.
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The Wilderness at Fortune Bay - Tower, an 18 hole resort golf course in Saint Louis County Minnesota. Built in 2004, this Tower course designed by Jeff Brauer is open may 1 to oct 20. For tee time information call the pro shop at 800-992-4680. The golf course dress code is as follows: Collared shirt, no cutoffs, denim OK.
Address: 1450 Bois Forte Road, Tower, MN 55790
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Two Harbors Light - Two Harbors, The Two Harbors Light is the oldest operating lighthouse in the US state of Minnesota. Overlooking Lake Superior's Agate Bay, the lighthouse is located in Two Harbors, Minnesota. The construction of the Lighthouse began in 1891. The construction of the lighthouse was completed in 1892, the first lighting of the Two Harbors light was on April 14, 1892.The first Two Harbors Keeper was Charles Lederle and there were normally three Keepers assigned to make sure the light was lit 24 hours a day.
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United States Hockey Hall of Fame - Eveleth, The United States Hockey Hall of Fame is a museum that is situated in Eveleth, Minnesota. It showcases the history of the sport of ice hockey in the US, housing a collection of exhibits and memorabilia relating to the history of hockey in America. Individuals selected by USA Hockey are recognized and enshrined in the hall on a yearly basis.
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