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The First Centennial in Alexandria and Douglas County : Hot Chocolate & History
Warm up this winter with Hot Chocolate & History, a cozy look at how the first U.S. centennial was celebrated in Alexandria and Douglas County, all while enjoying a cup of hot chocolate.
Perfect for anyone who enjoys local history and community stories.
The Douglas County Historical Society will host January’s Hot Chocolate & History. The bustling frontier towns like Alexandria were just picking up momentum when the nation’s first centennial occurred in 1876. Now on the eve of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, join DCHS as we explore how that first centennial was celebrated locally more than a century ago.
When you arrive at the Douglas County Historical Society, you will be welcomed with hot chocolate!
Thursday, Jan 15 | 6:30–7:30 PM | Douglas County Historical Society