AURORA, IN (FOX19) - Hillforest’s current exhibit is entitled “A Century of Brides” which features bridal gowns dating from 1850-1950.

The entire house is set in a wedding theme with flowers, cake, photographs, and wedding memorabilia throughout.  Twenty antique and vintage dresses are featured, some being from the museum’s private collection, while others are on loan from other museums and private owners.

Hillforest Victorian House Museum, 213 Fifth Street, Aurora, was built for industrialist and financier Thomas Gaff and his family who resided there from 1855 and 1891.   

For information call 812-926-0087 or visit www.hillforest.com to see Hillforest’s calendar of events.

VEVAY, IN (FOX19)  - The Vevay-Switzerland County Indiana Bicentennial committee attended a meeting with Chris Jensen, Executive Director of the 2016 Indiana Bicentennial Commission and Jim Corridan, State Archivist. The group met at the Switzerland County Visitors Center in Vevay on May 8, 2013.

The Vevay-Switzerland County committee shared information on the events leading up to and throughout the October 4-13, 2013 county Bicentennial. Jensen and Corridan informed members about opportunities and plans for the 2016 Indiana Bicentennial. Officials from the state hope that all Indiana counties will take on a local project in celebration of the 2016 statewide event. They will also help promote the Vevay-Switzerland Bicentennial at the state level.

(FOX19) - Congratulations Class of 2013...  you have finally made it to graduation and now show us your Cap & Gown!

We are putting together a photo slideshow of recent high school and college grads in their caps & gowns.

Please send your photo to community@fox19.com along with your name and the name of your school.

You will able to view your photo on FOX19 Community.

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