Park Region Echo, Feb. 20, 1936 – “Sundogs indicate a break in the cold”
Did you see the sundogs this morning? We just so happened to have recently found a little article in the February 20, 1936 issue of the Park Region Echo discussing this wintry phenomena and what forecast it might bring
The March 3-4, 1985 Blizzard – Video, Photos, & Article
Archival Footage from DCHS of the March 3-4, 1985 Blizzard, recorded in Alexandria Minnesota. Volunteers Sheila and Sharon recorded footage of the massive piles of snow and talk to local residents who are out and about on the snowy streets.
Twos-Day Blizzard 1922 – And FREE printable card
Here’s a bit of local history on the “Twos-Day” blizzard – and a FREE pintable Valentine’s Day Card featuring historic photos. Almost 100 years ago exactly, the people of Douglas County were probably still digging themselves out from the 2/22/1922 blizzard.
Hotdish Bake-Along ’22 Update
Due to COVID-19 case numbers in Douglas County, we unfortunately will be cancelling the Great Hotdish Bake-Along previously scheduled for Saturday, February 19th, 2022. We are hopeful for February 2023, and plan on seeing you all then!
Letters to Santa 2021!
We have a handy Letter to Santa template here (with all important information on where to send it!) to help your child write their letter to Santa, but freeform letters & pictures are welcome too! Letter to Santa 2021 Letters can be
2021 Scarecrow Contest Winners Announced!
Announcing our Scarecrow Contest Winners! In FIRST PLACE we have
2021 Scarecrow Voting is Open!
It’s time! Vote for your favorite scarecrows located on the lawn at the Douglas County Historical Society! We thank our eleven special scarecrows and their makers for helping us to make this a fun fall season! Vote below at https://dchsmn.org/scarecrows2021/ https://dchsmn.org/scarecrows2021/
The GIANT Pumpkin for Preservation!
Come take your pic with a giant pumpkin and help this giant pumpkin preserve local history! This GIANT pumpkin is here to act as an ambassador to help raise awareness and funds for the preservation of local history. A donation box
Holiday Recipe Cookbook – submit your recipes before Nov 1!
UPDATE: DEADLINE EXTENDED TO NOVEMBER 1ST Due to uncertain circumstances, DCHS is not currently planning on a December 2021 Bake Sale. We know this will come as a disappointment to many, so we are going to keep the Bake Sale spirit alive
4th Annual Scarecrow Contest
It’s almost time for the Annual DCHS Scarecrow Contest! Last year far surpassed our record number of votes, with the first place scarecrow, DAC Diva made by the Developmental Achievement Center, earning over 1,200 votes alone. The scarecrow contest is open