Upcoming History and Hot Chocolate Class
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
2026 Historic Calendars now Available!
Click here to buy yours! 2026 Historic Photo Calendar featuring photos from Douglas County, MN! This year's calendar features photos from Alexandria, MN photographer N.J. Trenham's 1876 centennial album, in celebration of America 250, the semiquincentennial of the United States, in 2026! Photos
Historic Holiday Recipes from Douglas County, MN
As the weather gets colder and the holidays get closer, a good number of us start wondering: What's for dinner? Gathering around a table with a meal is one of the warmest traditions of the season, and this year, the DCHS staff
Artifact Chat: World War II
Free to the public! Join us at the Douglas County Historical Society as we discuss WWII artifacts from our collection. September 19, 2025 11:00 am historic@dchsmn.org 320-762-0382 1219 Nokomis Street, Alexandria, 56308
TICKETS AVAILABLE! 2025 Alexandria Historic House Tour
Join the Douglas County Historical Society for the 2025 Alexandria Historic House Tour! GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! Join the Douglas County Historical Society on Saturday, July 19, 2025 (12-5 p.m.) for the 2025 Alexandria Historic House Tour! This self-guided tour through Alexandria’s historic
RESCHEDULED: The Great Hotdish Bake-Off
Hello friends,As you know, we've been hard at work getting ready for the annual Great Hotdish Bake-Off, where star bakers compete for glory and prizes through creating and serving their signature hotdish creations.It was brought to our attention by a
2025 Alexandria Historic House Tour
The Douglas County Historical Society is in the early stages of planning the 2025 Alexandria Historic House Tour to be held on Saturday, July 19, 2025. Interested in participating? Fill out the Interest Survey here: https://forms.gle/if4SHsUGiqFyxgZ48 This survey connects DCHS with those
Artifact Chat: Quilts
10:30 am on Friday, March 14, 2025 Open to ALL! Join us for coffee and an informal presentation on the quilts in the DCHS Collection. At the Douglas County Historical Society, located at 1219 Nokomis Street, Alexandria, MN 56308. Questions? Call DCHS at
The Great Hotdish Bake-Off
It’s time for the Great Hotdish Bake-Off & Silent Auction! Family friendly event fundraiser featuring a hotdish competition, silent auction, and fun local history, supporting the Douglas County Historical Society. 11 AM – 1 PM at The BoatHouse at the Legacy of
The Pehr Christianson Cabinet
The Pehr Christianson Cabinet Join us in an exploration of this beautiful cabinet, handcarved in Douglas County circa 1900 by Swedish immigrant Pehr Christianson. Click the video below to watch DCHS Associate Director Jenna Collins reveal some of the history behind this