Grand Army of the Republic Hall
Grand Army of the Republic Hall, Civil War memorial museum on Stolp Island, Aurora, United States
The octagonal limestone building features Gothic Revival architecture with high ceilings, pointed arches, and a prominent side tower added in 1904.
Built in 1877, the memorial hall served as the meeting place for Aurora G.A.R. Post No. 20, which welcomed over 600 Union veterans until 1947.
The structure functioned as the first free public library in Aurora until 1903, providing educational resources and literature to local residents.
The Grand Army of the Republic Museum opens Wednesday through Saturday, offering exhibits about Civil War veterans and military history at 23 East Downer Place.
The limestone structure follows the design of a brick memorial hall in Foxborough, Massachusetts, yet stands as the sole identified work of architect Joseph Mulvey.
Location: Aurora
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
GPS coordinates: 41.75670,-88.31580
Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:09
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