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Introduction to Aurora, Missouri
Aurora, Missouri, in Lawrence county, is located 28 miles SW of Springfield, Missouri (center to center) and is 138 miles NE of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The city has a population of 7,014.
Aurora History
Initially, the city of Aurora constituted 40 acres of land which was bought by a former Union officer Stephen G. Elliott. By 1880, several developments took place in the city, including the manufacture of wagons and the construction of hospitals and churches. The first railroad was built in the area in 1872. The city published its first newspaper in the year 1899.
Aurora and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Aurora
The city of Aurora offers a variety of recreational facilities in the form of both parks and historic sites. The Pea Ridge National Military Park and Table Rock State Park are among the popular tourist haunts. The General Sweeny's Museum, which showcases artifacts relating to the history of the city, draws hordes of crowds. The Wilson's Creek National Battlefield is another major tourist attraction.
Aurora Transportation
Lambert-Saint Louis International Airport is close by.
Aurora Higher Education
Evangel University, Forest Institute of Professional Psychology, Missouri State University, and Ozarks Technical Community College are some of the nearby higher educational institutes.
Comparing Aurora to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):
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