Transfer Books and Land Records
In November, the staff at the Douglas County Historical Society was excited to find room again for the Douglas County Land Transfer Books, showing land transactions from the late 1800’s to the 1960’s. These show the transfer of land from owner to owner,
Where Did My Ancestors Live? Where was the farm? The cabin?
People who request research assistance often wish to know the location of the places where their ancestors lived in Douglas County. We have several wonderful resources to help us find that information. To see more of our Research Library Resources,
Triple Chocolate and Chocolate Drizzle! Who Can Resist?
Don't miss our Ethnic Bake Sale on Friday, December 4, 2015, 10 am to 2 pm. Along with our traditional favorites, such as kolachy, lefse, flatbread, krumkaka, pfeffernuss, and spritz, Mary has been finding recipes for delicacies from other countries.
Is Your Class Reunion Coming Up? We Can Help!
The Douglas County Historical Society can help you with your class reunion! We have senior class lists (1887-present day) Class yearbooks for Alexandria, Brandon and Evansville School information Obituaries for classmates who have passed Alhi Times school newspapers (1924-1973) Alexandria newspapers on microfilm, including sports and
Give to the Max Day is November 12, 2015!
Give to the Max Day on November 12, 2015 is a special day to donate to the Douglas County Historical Society (DCHS). Every donation made at the GiveMN.org website on Nov. 12 will also enter the DCHS into drawings to win
Fall Newsletter, 2015 from the Douglas County Historical Society
Here is the link to the FALL NEWSLETTER 2015. Some highlights: Calendar of Upcoming Events for October through December. Review of recent activities Membership information Annual bake sale and open house, Friday, Dec. 4, 2015 History and genealogy opportunities Fall Newsletter 2015
FUN FUNDRAISER for the DCHS! Paint and Sip Event with Art Bar 39, Thurs. Oct. 29th
If you've ever wanted to try this fun art activity, here is a chance to paint, sip, and benefit the Douglas County Historical Society at the same time. This poster has all the info you need to invite your friends
Wanted: Yearbooks and the Alhi Times
We would love to have a complete collection of yearbooks here at the Douglas County Historical Society as a research resource. Our oldest "yearbook" is from 1900, and we are in great shape sequentially until we get to more modern
Fundraiser for our Roof Fund – Nov. 11 to Nov. 14, 2015 Herberger’s Community Days Booklets
We are excited to participate in the Herberger's Community Days Fundraiser, (shopping days Nov. 11- Nov. 14, 2015) by selling the coupon booklets in advance. The booklets are $5, ALL of which goes to our roof repair fund. Stop by the
Meet the Author Event: David M. Krueger
Meet the Author: Myths of the Rune Stone: Viking Martyrs and the Birthplace of America, by David M. Krueger. Place: (note change of venue) Nelson Gables, 1220 Nokomis Street, Alexandria, Minnesota 56308 in the Governor's Room. (Located across Nokomis street from the Douglas County Historical