Aurora, CO RoadyGoat
Aurora, Colorado, a place where the plains meet the foothills, hums with a particular energy. It's a place of everyday life, but also a place that has fostered extraordinary talent.
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Aurora, Colorado, a diverse city and the third-most populous in the state, boasts a notable connection to the music world. While not always recognized for its music scene, Aurora is home to 30 artists across various genres. For example, the city has produced rock artist Omega, hip-hop artist IceJJFish, and jazz musician Tia Fuller. The city's musical presence is further highlighted by three songs in our collection that mention Aurora, including "Aurora" by Foo Fighters and "Greatest" by Eminem.
Aurora's cultural landscape includes a vibrant arts and entertainment scene with venues like the Aurora Fox Arts Center and the People's Building offering live music and performances. The city, known for its proximity to the Rocky Mountains and over 300 days of sunshine a year, provides a backdrop for a variety of artistic expressions.
Music in Aurora
Songs About Aurora
Aurora
Foo Fighters
"Hell yeah, I remember Aurora"
Greatest
Eminem
"James Holmes at the Saturday Batman matinee"
Devil’s Work
Joyner Lucas
"At least take James Holmes, I ain't even mad at that"
Artists From Aurora
O
Omega
rock
C
Carl Thomas
r-n-b
R
Rogue
indie
I
IceJJFish
hip-hop
F
Fear Before
metal
T
Two Worlds
other
T
Tia Fuller
jazz
F
Fist Fight
metal
S
Seer Believer
indie
M
Melting Rot
metal
C
Clive Cussler
other
K
Katalysk
metal
C
Carl Stevens
other
H
Harvey Phillips
jazz
E
Eric Halfvarson
classical
S
Stan Seltzer
jazz
A
Alyssa Ruffin
pop
J
John Kerry
other
C
Chuck Sagle
other
G
Gene Greene
jazz
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History of Aurora
The Big Blue Bear Peering Into the Convention Center RoadyGoat
2005Standing on the sidewalk outside the Colorado Convention Center at 700 14th Street in Denver is a 40-foot-tall, bright blue American black bear on its hind legs, both front paws on the building's glass, peering inside. Its official title is "I See What You Mean," but everyone calls it the Big Blue Bear. Sculptor Lawrence Argent created it for the convention center, installed in 2005 at a cost of about $424,400. He took the idea from a newspaper photo of a bear looking through a window, and the blue color was nearly an accident: he had planned earthy, natural tones until a blue mockup won him over. It has been Denver's unofficial mascot and one of its most photographed artworks ever since. Argent died in 2017. (Sources: Wikipedia; CPR; VisitDenver.)
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· 8.7 mi away
Buckhorn Exchange RoadyGoat
The Buckhorn Exchange holds Colorado Liquor License No. 1, issued when it opened in 1893. Teddy Roosevelt ate here. Buffalo Bill was a regular. The walls are covered with over 500 taxidermied animals. The menu features elk, quail, rattlesnake, and Rocky Mountain oysters. It's a museum that serves dinner — Denver's oldest restaurant and a portal to the frontier West.
8.9 mi away
Molly Brown House - Denver
1867Margaret 'Molly' Brown survived the Titanic, fought for workers' rights, ran for Congress, and became one of the most famous women in America, all after starting as a miner's wife in Leadville, Colorado.
5.9 mi away
Things to Do in Aurora
Everything Near Aurora
34 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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Aurora, CO
Aurora, Colorado, a place where the plains meet the foothills, hums with a particular energy. It's a place of everyday life, but also a place that has fostered extraordinary talent.
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DeLaney Barn
· 1.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to see something truly unique: the only historic round barn still standing in Colorado! This is the Delaney Barn. Back in the early 1900s, the Delaney family homesteaded here. They raised horses, dairy cattle,…
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Richthofen Castle
· 4.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what a real castle is doing in Denver? This is Richthofen Castle, built in 1887 for a German Baron. Baron Walter von Richthofen, a member of a prominent aristocratic family, commissioned architect Alexander…
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Denver, CO
· 4.6 mi · Local history
Denver's foundational boom arrived with the Colorado Gold Rush of 1858-59, sparking a rapid influx of prospectors and entrepreneurs to this Front Range setting. The city quickly established itself as a vital supply hub…
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Molly Brown House - Denver
· 5.9 mi · Historical Marker
Margaret 'Molly' Brown survived the Titanic, fought for workers' rights, ran for Congress, and became one of the most famous women in America, all after starting as a miner's wife in Leadville, Colorado.
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Bluebird Theater
· 6.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Roll down the windows and crank up the tunes, because this spot has been a Denver music hub for over a century! Originally called the Thompson Theater, this building opened its doors way back in 1914. Around 1922, it…
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John and Elivera Doud House
· 7.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where First Ladies grew up? You're near the former home of Mamie Eisenhower's parents, John and Elivera Doud. John and Elivera Doud lived in this house for a significant period. Their daughter, Mamie,…
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Ogden Theatre
· 7.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where music legends made history in Denver? That's right here at the Ogden Theatre. Built in 1917, the Ogden started as a movie house, but it quickly transformed into a premier music venue. Over the decades,…
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Grant–Humphreys Mansion
· 7.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine stepping back in time to Denver's gilded age at the Grant–Humphreys Mansion! Completed in 1902, this Neoclassical beauty was commissioned by James Benton Grant, a former Governor of Colorado. Designed by the…
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Riverside Cemetery (Denver)
· 8.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second – this isn't just any cemetery; it's Riverside, Denver's oldest, and it holds secrets of the city's wild early days. Established in 1876, Riverside became the final resting place for folks from…
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Denver, CO
· 8.1 mi · Local history
Denver's story begins with the glint of gold. Almost overnight, a small settlement transformed into a boomtown, fueled by the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. It needed a name, and a quick political maneuver landed it "Denver,"…
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Creswell Mansion
· 8.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what happens to a fancy Victorian mansion when times change? This is the Creswell Mansion, now known as the Marijuana Mansion, and it's a perfect example. Designed by prominent Denver architect John J.…
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The Church Nightclub
· 8.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to dance where sermons once echoed, because this stunning building has been reborn as The Church Nightclub. Built in 1889, this was originally St. Mark's Parish Church, an Episcopal church designed by the…
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Brown Palace Hotel (Denver)
· 8.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine being surrounded by luxury where presidents and celebrities have rested their heads for over a century. That's the Brown Palace Hotel.Construction began on this iconic Denver landmark in 1889, spearheaded by…
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Byers–Evans House
· 8.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, in the heart of Denver, stands a house that witnessed the city's transformation and the rise of influential women. This is the Byers-Evans House, now home to History Colorado's Center for Colorado Women's…
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Denver, CO
· 8.4 mi · Wikipedia
Denver's story is deeply intertwined with the dreams of those who sought fortune and a new life. The city itself owes its name to James W. Denver, the governor of the Kansas Territory at the time. Though he had already…
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Denver Mint
· 8.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Hold onto your hats, folks, because right here stands a place where billions of shiny coins have been born! This is the Denver Mint, a vital cog in the US economy since its opening. Back in the late 1800s, the Colorado…
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Paramount Theatre (Denver)
· 8.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over near the Paramount Theatre and imagine the roar of the Mighty Wurlitzer organ filling the space! This isn't just another concert venue; it's a piece of Denver's entertainment history. Originally known as the…
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The Big Blue Bear Peering Into the Convention Center
· 8.7 mi
Standing on the sidewalk outside the Colorado Convention Center at 700 14th Street in Denver is a 40-foot-tall, bright blue American black bear on its hind legs, both front paws on the building's glass, peering inside.…
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Buckhorn Exchange
· 8.9 mi
The Buckhorn Exchange holds Colorado Liquor License No. 1, issued when it opened in 1893. Teddy Roosevelt ate here. Buffalo Bill was a regular. The walls are covered with over 500 taxidermied animals. The menu features…
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Denver Union Station
· 9.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This beautifully restored station was once the gateway to the West, connecting Denver to the rest of the country. The original Denver Union Station opened June 1st, 1881, but it tragically burned down just thirteen…
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Tivoli Brewery Company (building)
· 9.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder why a college campus has a building that looks like a Bavarian castle? This is the Tivoli Brewery, and its story is surprisingly central to Denver's history. Built in 1870, it quickly became one of the…
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19th Street Bridge
· 9.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Walk across this historic 1888 Pratt truss bridge, a survivor of Denver's industrial past. It replaced a wooden bridge at this location, providing a vital connection across the South Platte River as Denver boomed. Built…
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Buckhorn Exchange
· 9.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine stepping back in time to a Denver saloon where cowboys and city slickers rubbed elbows! That's the Buckhorn Exchange, Denver's oldest restaurant, still serving up history and hearty meals. Founded in 1893 by…
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Tilden School for Teaching Health
· 10.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wondered about a place that offered a radical alternative to early 20th-century medicine? You're driving right by where it stood. This spot was once the Tilden School for Teaching Health, a unique sanitarium and…
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Seventeen Mile House
· 11.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine travelers stopping right here in the 1800s, weary from their stagecoach journey. This was Seventeen Mile House, a welcome sight after miles on the dusty Smoky Hill Trail. The Seventeen Mile House, built sometime…
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Elitch Theatre
· 11.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Experience the magic of Denver's first professional theatre, where legends like Grace Kelly once graced the stage. The Elitch Theatre opened in 1890 as part of Elitch Gardens. It quickly became a cultural hub, hosting…
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Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society
· 12.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot was once a beacon of hope for those battling tuberculosis. In 1904, the Jewish Consumptives' Relief Society, or JCRS, opened its doors here in Lakewood, Colorado. It was a non-sectarian sanatorium…
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Fort Logan National Cemetery
· 12.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Stand on hallowed ground, a final resting place for over 122,000 souls who served our nation. This is Fort Logan National Cemetery, named for General John A. Logan, a key figure in the Union Army during the Civil War.…
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Bowles House (Westminster, Colorado)
· 12.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder who brought the railroad to Westminster? It might just be the guy who built this house. That's the Bowles House, built around 1871 by Edward Bruce Bowles and his wife, Mahala. Bowles came to Colorado as a…
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Westminster Castle
· 13.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Known locally as "The Pillar of Fire," this historic landmark stands out on the Colorado horizon. Construction of Westminster Castle, originally intended to house Westminster University, began in 1893. However, the…
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Avoca Lodge
· 13.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine Molly Brown, the 'Unsinkable' Titanic survivor, escaping Denver's summer heat right here. Avoca Lodge, or the Molly Brown Summer House, offered Margaret Brown and her husband, James Joseph Brown, a retreat near…
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Camp George West Historic District
· 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine soldiers training right here, preparing for duty. Camp George West, established for the Colorado National Guard, was a crucial training ground, especially for rifle practice. While artillery practice was…
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Ammunition Igloo
· 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming mound of earth and stone holds a secret: it's an ammunition bunker from World War II. Back in 1940, as the world braced for war, this igloo-shaped bunker was built at Camp George West. Its thick stone…
