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Volunteer Open House
Interested in becoming a volunteer at the museum? Come check out our volunteer open house and learn about the various ways you can make a difference! There's something for everyone, whether you can volunteer one day a year or make more of a time commitment. Light refreshments will be served. This is also an opportunity to check out the museum before it closes for the season! Current volunteers, come enjoy the refreshments and share your experiences volunteering at the museum…
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2025 Paddle Art Auction
It's time for the annual Paddle Art Auction! Select artists from our 2025 Paddle Art Contest have generously donated their paddles for a fundraising auction for the museum. We hope you'll take the time to peruse the paddles and find one that speaks to you! View the available paddles here. The auction opens Monday, October 20, 2025 at 5:00 am and closes Friday, October 24, 2025 at 5:00 pm. This auction takes place 100% online and you will need to…
Find out more »Boo Boats Trick or Treat Event
Bring the kids to the museum between 3-5 pm on Halloween and give them a truly unique trick or treating experience! We'll be handing out candy from several of our classic boats, plus kids can take part in the pumpkin scavenger hunt! This event is free and open to the public.
Find out more »Parade of Trees
It's time again for Christmas in Alexandria, Alexandria's annual holiday kick off and we're excited to once again host Parade of Trees in the BoatHouse! This event is free and open to the public! Come see holiday trees beautifully decorated by local clubs, businesses, and organizations and vote for your favorite tree to win Best in Parade. Voting is done through cash donations. Any monetary amount is accepted, whether it is $0.25, $5.00, or $20.00, whatever you can spare. Proceeds…
Find out more »Weekend Parade of Trees
The BoatHouse will be open Saturday and Sunday, November 29 & 30, from 5-8 pm for tree viewing only. Come check out the Holiday Trees decorated by area clubs, businesses, and organizations. This event is free and open to the public.
Find out more »Weekend Parade of Trees
The BoatHouse will be open Saturday and Sunday, November 29 & 30, from 5-8 pm for tree viewing only. Come check out the Holiday Trees decorated by area clubs, businesses, and organizations. This event is free and open to the public.
Find out more »Bobber Ornament Craft Night
Join us in the BoatHouse (205 3rd Ave W | Alexandria, MN) on Monday, December 15th from 7:00-8:30 pm as we take ordinary fishing bobbers and transform them into fun and creative holiday ornaments! No matter your skill level, this crafty night out is a good time for all. Choose just one ornament to focus on or make all three styles! All supplies are provided, you just bring your creativity. Class is $5 for non-museum members and $3 for members.…
Find out more »Holiday Sip & Shop
Complete your holiday shopping at the Legacy of the Lakes Museum! We're hosting a Sip and Shop on Saturday, December 20 from 11 am to 3 pm. Shop local and support the museum at the same time. We'll have $5 mimosas (21+) and up to 40% off our gift shop merchandise. We've got great items for stocking stuffers, boat enthusiasts, lake lovers, and even your four-legged friends!
Find out more »Not So “Dry” History @ Copper Trail
Join us over at Copper Trail Brewing Co. (205 Broadway) on February 17 at 6:00 pm for a join presentation with Douglas County Historical Society on the history of brewing and prohibition in Douglas County, followed by rum running during prohibition. The talk is free to attend!
Find out more »George Washington Swam Naked?! Evolutions and Revolutions in Swimwear
It's time again for Hot Chocolate History, where your local historical institutions take turns presenting once a month, while serving up delicious hot cocoa! February is Legacy of the Lake's turn. We’ve come a long way in our beachwear, from Victorian bloomers to the polka dot bikini. Come learn about the evolution of swimwear throughout history and see examples from the museum’s collection. Pre-registration is not required but is appreciated. Click here to register!
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