Experience Aurora

Aurora, Colorado offers visitors a unique blend of experiences through its vast nature parks, vibrant cultural art district, engaging historical sites, and unique locally owned boutiques. Aurora's convenient location offers visitors access to the Rocky Mountains, the Eastern Plains, and the largest indoor marketplace in Colorado (Stanley Marketplace). Explore the links below and plan your adventure before you visit.

• Browse the official Visit Aurora site.

• See Aurora's shopping districts, boutiques, and lifestyle centers.

• Discover Colorado through its parks, trails, and wildlife.

• Enjoy the unique art and culture Aurora has to offer.

• Tour historical sites throughout Aurora and nearby areas.

Included with your Stay

108th AACRAO Annual Meeting attendees staying at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center can enjoy a variety of perks and benefits as part of their stay at the resort. Some of these perks include:

• Free Wi-Fi Access Throughout the Resort
• Use of all Fitness & Recreational Facilities
• Local, Toll-Free, and Long Distance Phone Calls
• Use of Hotel Bicycle and Ski Equipment Storage
• Access to On-Property Water Amenities (Water Park)

Don't forget to stay safe while visiting, read our tips for acclimatizing to the high & dry climate.

Land Acknowledgement

The 108th Annual Meeting takes place on the ancestral homelands of the Cheyenne, Ute, Arapaho and Lakota peoples, past and present. We gratefully acknowledge these Native Peoples as well as the diverse and vibrant Native communities who make their home in Colorado today. Indigenous people have remained committed to the stewardship of this land over many centuries. We commit to improving and enhancing engagement with Indigenous peoples and issues. AACRAO's Native American Caucus strives to provide a communal space for members who are ready to discuss issues, developments, and initiatives for individuals of indigenous descent in higher education.