History and Hotdish – DCHS Newsletter, Fall 2017
The Fall 2017 DCHS Newsletter brings you upcoming events, local history, an article about DNA and genealogy, and of course, GOODIES! Our fundraising opportunities include ready-to-bake pies for only $10 each for Thanksgiving, our Annual Bake Sale on Dec. 1,
Summer Newsletter 2017 Douglas County Historical Society
Minnesota has two seasons - winter and road construction - as true then as it is now. N. J. Trenham's photo studio in Alexandria. We can thank him for many of the earliest photos taken in Douglas County, MN. Studio located
Douglas County, Minnesota – Small Towns – Photos, History and Files Reveal the Past
Historic photos reveal the history of Douglas County's small towns. They feature false front stores in wood and brick, wooden walkways, and dirt streets, and could inspire a setting for an old movie about the Wild West. Day to day life is
Bootleggers Bash 2017 – Thank You!
A big THANK YOU to all who helped make The Bootleggers' Bash Annual Fundraiser a roaring (20's) success! Thank you table sponsors, prize donors, the band, photographer, attendees who really got into the spirit of the event, and the staff and
Family Files at the Douglas County Historical Society – Is Your Family Name Here?
One of the treasures at the Douglas County Historical Society MN, is our collection of Family Files. These files contain information collected by our researchers and by family members over the decades. They may include: Local newspaper clippings Photos Family genealogies and
Douglas County Oral History Recordings Project – Updating our Cassettes to Digital Files
Audio mp3 files of Oral History Recordings Available Beginning in the 1970's, volunteers from the Douglas County Historical Society MN realized the importance of interviewing local residents, preserving their memories and histories. Cassette recorders in hand, the interviewers asked questions about the lives and experiences
Family Friendly Tours Of The Historic Knute and Nicolina Nelson Museum/Home
Guided Tours Tours available 9:00am - 3:00 pm Monday-Friday, or by special arrangement. Call 320-762-0382 or email historic@dchsmn.org for reservations and information. (Office hours: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday-Friday.) Location: 1219 Nokomis Street, Alexandria, Minnesota 56308 Guided Tour Admission $5.00 per person/age
Enjoy This Beautiful, Historic Home As The Setting For Your Special Event
Host Your Special Event With Us The historic Knute and Nicolina Nelson Home is a lovely setting for your special event. For groups of 24 or less, you can enjoy your event without the stress of hosting in your own home.
Historic Programs and Presentations For Your Group
HISTORIC PROGRAMS AND PRESENTATIONS There are a variety of programs and presentations offered by the Douglas County Historical Society for enjoyment by local clubs or groups at meetings and get-togethers. The fee for these programs is $35 for a one-half hour daytime