category : Archaeology
Remains of the extinct elephant-like Mastodon were found in this lake in the 1930's. See a life-size sculpture of a Mastodon and a restored prairie grass development.

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Aurora Art and History Museum

Discover the "City of Lights" by the Aurora Historical Society's collection of photographs, books, maps, and other memorabilia. Be sure to see the pre-historic mastodon bones, Native American artifacts and local industry items from Aurora's rich historical past.

Aurora, IL Museums

Schingoethe Center For Native American Cultures

Aurora, IL Museums

Walter Payton's Roundhouse Complex

Originally constructed in 1855-1865, the roundhouse was renovated and now houses The Walter Payton Museum, Illinois'

Aurora, IL Museums

Oakhurst Forest Preserve

Explore the acres of woods and lakes, with scenic trails, shelters and views of Aurora's and Chicago'

Aurora, IL Nature Preserves

Aurora West Forest Preserve

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Aurora, IL Nature Preserves

Things to do Archaeology near Aurora, IL

Mastodon Lake at Phillips Park

Remains of the extinct elephant-like Mastodon were found in this lake in the 1930's. See a life-size sculpture of a Mastodon ...