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Annual Bake Sale Dec. 7, 2018, at Douglas County Historical Society, MN
If you want a cozy experience, and delicious, nostalgic treats for the holidays, come to the annual Douglas County Historical Society bake sale at 1219 Nokomis St., Alexandria, MN, 10 am to 2 pm on Dec. 7, 2018. Enjoy the main floor dining room of Knute and Nicolina Nelson´s historic home with a cup of…
Read MoreOctober 2018 Douglas County Historical Society MN Scarecrow Contest
We are excited to announce we are hosting our first Douglas County Historical Society Scarecrow Contest. We would like to personally invite any and all community members to consider entering as some of our first participants. A scarecrow team can be comprised of any combination of individuals, clubs, businesses, groups, families, or even an individual…
Read MoreAlexandria’s Famous “Molly the Cow” Is Traveling Again, As “Flat Molly”
In 1909, mischievous Alexandria high school students carried out a series of Halloween pranks after school hours, which included leading Molly the Cow into the school and up the steps to a second floor classroom. A sign around Molly’s neck said, “Milk Her, Miss French.” Several students were expelled, but thus began the legend of…
Read MoreForgotten Treasures Fundraising Sale, Thurs, Aug. 23, 2018
Summer 2018 Newsletter for DCHS MN
Click here to read the Summer Newsletter, 2018 The Summer 2018 Newsletter for the Douglas County Historical Society was in the mail to our DCHS Members this week. Take a look at the many activities and groups that have utilized the resources, employees and volunteers of DCHS this spring and early summer, as we continue…
Read MoreAn Easy Way to Support Douglas County Historical Society – Thrivent and Amazon Customers
Thrivent Financial and Amazon.com customers can support the Douglas County Historical Society in Alexandria, Minnesota in an easy, cost free way. Thrivent encourages members to designate a local non-profit to receive charitable giving funds distributed by Thrivent at the member’s request. It’s as easy as logging in to their website, or contacting your Thrivent agent. …
Read MoreSpruce Hill Church Summer Song Fest, Sunday, July 15, 2018, 2:00 pm
Come and enjoy the Spruce Hill Summer Song Fest at the beautiful, historic Spruce Hill Lutheran Church in northeast Douglas County, Minnesota. Sunday, July 15, 2018, starts at 2:00 pm 2:00 pm – Lively music by Lynn Olson and friends 2:30 The Gordon Men’s Chorus will sing and then lead us in our favorite hymns.…
Read MoreDNA Day – Tuesday, May 29, 2018 – Douglas County Historical Society Genealogy Guild
DNA Day – Tuesday, May 29, 2018 Where: Douglas County Historical Society, 1219 Nokomis St., Alexandria, MN Reserve your spot by calling 320-762-0382 Listen to Open Line on 1490 KXRA AM on Friday, May 25, 2018, from 9:05 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Taryn and Glenn will discuss different aspects of DNA testing and the upcoming…
Read MoreKnute Nelson Organization Celebrates 70 years! (1948-2018)
After Sen. Knute and Nicolina Nelson’s daughter Ida died in 1942, the historic Knute Nelson House and surrounding property were donated to the First Lutheran Church in Alexandria, Minnesota, to be used for a nursing and care home. This founding of the Knute Nelson Nursing home was finalized in 1948, when the first residents moved…
Read MoreAnnual Membership Meeting – Douglas County Historical Society, Tues. Apr. 17, 5:30 pm at 1219 Nokomis, Alexandria, MN
Annual Membership Meeting of the Douglas County Historical Society (Minnesota) The annual membership meeting of the Douglas County Historical Society (Minnesota) will be held Tuesday, April 17, 5:30 pm at the Sen. Knute and Nicolina Nelson home, 1219 Nokomis, Alexandria, Minnesota, headquarters of the DCHS. This unique museum home is well-loved and inviting, a welcoming…
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