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History of Taylor House

Taylor House has proudly stood in the heart of Aurora for nearly 200 years. Throughout its history, the iconic Greek Revival mansion has played a central role in its community over three distinctive chapters: first, as another grand Morgan family home, then as a well-respected school for girls, and later as the home of the Wells College president. 
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Nearby Colleges

The Inns of Aurora is conveniently located near some of the nation’s most prestigious colleges and universities.
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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Charlotte Hunter: Aesthetician

Charlotte joined the team at the Spa in 2021. She is originally from Aurora; her career as a make-up artist and aesthetician has brought her all around the country, and after living elsewhere for many years, she’s returning to the village. We spoke to her about the exceptional make-up and beauty treatments that she’ll be providing to spa guests, as well as her connection to the area.
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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Jasmine Crowe: Professional Ceramicist

Jasmine Crowe's pottery—and, indeed, her artistic career—could be described as a study in simplicity. The same gentle touch that turns a spinning lump of clay into a beautiful bowl seems to have guided her to exactly where she is now: opening a new studio, running her own business, raising two children, living on a farm in upstate New York, and selling a special line of ceramic products through the Spa at the Inns of Aurora.
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Monday, July 5, 2021

Robyn Love: Outdoor Adventure Guide

Robyn Love joined the new Inns of Aurora Outdoor Program in 2021 as an Outdoor Adventure Guide; she specializes in kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. and is ready to help guests get the most out of Cayuga Lake!
Monday, May 31, 2021

Simple Roast Coffee Company

The Inns of Aurora is partnering with Simple Roast Coffee in Auburn NY to provide guests with an exceptional brand of local coffee—lovingly and unpretentiously roasted just up the road from Aurora. Here's our conversation with owner Matt Peirson.

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Thursday, April 29, 2021

Introducing the Pantry Collection

In this conversation, she describes the inspiration behind two of the recipes that she contributed to the collection, as well as the journey that brought them to the Inns of Aurora.
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Friday, December 4, 2020

Holiday Décor

Each December, Aurora transforms into a snow globe of holiday cheer. Take a sneak peek at the highlights below, and book your stay in Aurora this December to experience the magic for yourself!
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Wednesday, November 25, 2020

The Inns of Aurora Nature Trail

Completed in 2020, the Inns of Aurora Nature Trail gives guests a whole new way to experience the landscape surrounding the Village of Aurora. We've collected some of our favorite highlights that guests can enjoy along the trail.
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Monday, September 28, 2020

Heart & Hands Wine Company

In 2007, Susan and her husband Tom founded Heart & Hands Wine Company in Union Springs, one of the first Finger Lakes wineries on the East Shore of Cayuga Lake.
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Friday, June 26, 2020

Gratitude

Gratitude is a place for nearlyweds to gather with their attendants and prepare for their wedding: light-filled, comfortable, and welcoming for wedding parties of up to 14 guests.
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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Letterpress Printing with Rob LoMascolo

If you want to understand the amazing work that Rob Lomascolo does at his one-man letterpress studio in Aurora, New York, there is one story that perfectly encapsulates his work: the printing of Sonnet 117.
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Thursday, March 26, 2020

Wellness through Adversity

Beginning a wellness practice can seem impossible when it feels like things are falling apart. Yet, with the proper approach, we can use the weight of these circumstances to strengthen ourselves.

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Thursday, March 26, 2020

COVID-19 Updates

Like most of you, we have been keeping a close eye on the developments surrounding COVID-19 and we fully understand the need for flexibility in travel arrangements.
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Monday, March 16, 2020

Working with a Wedding Planner FAQ

The right wedding planner can create the wedding of your dreams, and our Wedding Planner FAQ has all of the tips for getting the most out of your planning.
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Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Ayurveda and New Year’s Resolutions

For many people, January and the New Year bring thoughts of turning over a new leaf, or resolving to change a habit, or in some cases start something totally new.
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Thursday, December 26, 2019

Winter Holidays in Aurora NY

With snow falling gently on the shores of Cayuga Lake and warmth glowing from the fireplaces, the winter holidays in Aurora are magical.
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Monday, December 9, 2019

Zabriskie House: Historic Home Renovation

Every staircase has its own rhythm and melody. Some staircases march; some float; some amble along, and some climb energetically. Like a song, a staircase is greater than the sum of its parts, each of which have to be well-produced and joined harmoniously together.
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Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Aurora NY: The Zabriskie’s Architectural Legacy

Louise Zabriskie wanted to bring her sons home. It was the beginning of a new century and a tumultuous time in American history. In 1901, at 65 years old, Louise had just gone through the second of two presidential assassinations in her lifetime. Lincoln’s murder after the nightmare of the Civil War had been horrible enough; now, President McKinley had been shot in Buffalo, New York—only two days by stagecoach from Louise’s home in Aurora, practically in her own backyard.
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Monday, July 29, 2019

Winter Wellness

Winter Wellness Winter is a time for rest and reflection—the world becomes still and calm, the days become shorter and darker, and our bodies tune into the slow and quiet natural rhythms around us.
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Thursday, December 20, 2018

Fall Activities Around the Finger Lakes

From cozy nights by the crackling fire to lakeshore vineyard tours, autumn in Aurora is an exceptionally beautiful season, framed by trees bursting in vivid hues of saffron and burgundy.
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Friday, August 10, 2018

A Message to American Girls

A Message to All American Girls Many of you know that the Inns of Aurora was the visionary idea of Pleasant Rowland, inspired by her love of this tiny historic village.
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Friday, November 11, 2016