Aurora, Their Last Utopia: Oregon's Christian Commune, 1856-1883

by Eugene E. Snyder

The fascinating history of Oregon's most famous utopian commune is traced back to its roots in eighteenth century Europe; predecessor communes at Harmony, Pa.; New Harmony, Ind.; and Bethel, Mo. Aurora was a community of about 650 peoples, which flourished until Dr. Keil's death, and whose hotel and restaurant were popular resorts for Oregonians a century ago. Illustrated. Index. 148 pages.

142 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1993

About the author

Eugene Edmund Snyder

Reviews

[Coral · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a basic book telling the history of the communal society of Aurora, Oregon. It describes the societies that many of the members belonged to before joined Dr. Keil and eventually founding Aurora. It is not a "page turner" as it is written in an informative style.

Since I am employed by the Aurora Colony Historical Society for ten weeks each spring, I felt the need to review this stuff!

I would be happy to lend my copy if anyone desires to borrow it.