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August 2024
$75

Paddle Making Class

August 8, 2024 @ 10:00 a.m. - August 10, 2024 @ 4:00 p.m.
Legacy of The Lakes Museum, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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Urban Boat Builders will be on site in the museum for a paddle making class. You will choose your own design from traditional paddles— Beavertail, Ottertail, Algonquin or Voyageur, and you’ll choose which types of wood to use. Over the course of 3 days, you will shape the paddle—the same way artisans have been making paddles for centuries. No previous woodworking skills are required and all tools will be provided. Make a paddle solo or bring along a child/grandchild to make a…

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Story Time in the Gardens

August 19, 2024 @ 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Legacy Gardens, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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Join us in the Legacy Gardens with the Douglas County Library for free story time, perfect for ages 2-5. Stories start at 10:00 am. In case of rain, story time will take place in the museum.

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September 2024

History of Recreational Boating III

September 23, 2024 @ 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Legacy of the Lakes BoatHouse, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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Our summer speaker series is presented by Lee Wangstad, the History of Recreational Boating, covering the first half of the 20th century. This is part 4 of a 4 part series. Free and open to the public. Missed previous parts? Don't worry, these talks stand on their own!

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October 2024

Paddle Art Auction

October 20, 2024 @ 5:00 a.m. - October 26, 2024 @ 8:00 p.m.
Legacy of The Lakes Museum, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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You've had a chance to admire them all season and now is your chance to bring one home with you! Over 20 artists have generously donated their paddles from the Paddle Art contest to the museum for a fundraising auction, giving you the opportunity to own a unique piece of art! Bidding begins online on October 20, 2024 at 5:00 am and is open until October 26 at 11:59 pm. Preview the available paddles in person at the museum or…

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Fall Open House

October 27, 2024 @ 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Legacy of The Lakes Museum, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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Fall Open House

The docks are coming in, which means our season is drawing to a close. Join us at the museum Sunday, October 27 from 12-4 pm for an open house celebrating an amazing season! The event includes: Free Admission Hot Apple Cider Fall-themed treats Kid's Crafts Door Prize drawing

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Boo Boats Trick or Treat

October 31, 2024 @ 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Legacy of The Lakes Museum, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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As part of the Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association Halloween Trick or Treat event, the museum is joining in the fun with Boo Boats. Bring the kids to the Legacy of the Lakes Museum on October 31 from 3-5 pm. We'll have volunteers stationed in different boats around the museum passing out candy. This event is free and open to the public.

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November 2024

Parade of Trees

November 29, 2024 @ 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Legacy of the Lakes BoatHouse, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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Parade of Trees

It's the 9th annual Parade of Trees, part of Christmas in the Fort celebrations! Join us Friday, November 29, 2024 from 2-6 pm to kick off the holiday season. The Legacy of the Lakes BoatHouse will be filled with holiday trees decorated by area clubs, organizations, and businesses. There will also be a Hot Cocoa Bar, S'mores over the fire, Christmas choirs, the Garden of Lights, and more! The best part? This event is 100% free! Don't forget to head…

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Parade of Trees

November 30, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Legacy of the Lakes BoatHouse, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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Come to the BoatHouse to view the holiday trees decorated by area clubs, organizations, and businesses! Saturday, November 30 5:00-8:00 pm Sunday, December 1 5:00-8:00 pm This is a free event! Don't forget to bring your spare change to vote for your favorite tree. Any amount is accepted, from $0.25 to $20, in-between and beyond! Proceeds from voting are donated to this year's Non-Profit of the Year, Ellie's Legacy Pet Rescue. Garden of Lights is open from 5:00-8:00 pm Saturday…

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December 2024

Parade of Trees

December 1, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Legacy of the Lakes BoatHouse, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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Parade of Trees Week

Come to the BoatHouse to view the holiday trees decorated by area clubs, organizations, and businesses! Sunday, December 1 5:00-8:00 pm This is a free event! Don't forget to bring your spare change to vote for your favorite tree. Any amount is accepted, from $0.25 to $20, in-between and beyond! Proceeds from voting are donated to this year's Non-Profit of the Year, Ellie's Legacy Pet Rescue. Garden of Lights is open from 5:00-8:00 pm.

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February 2025

Hot Chocolate History: Lake Superior Shipwrecks

February 13 @ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Legacy of the Lakes BoatHouse, 205 3rd Ave W
Alexandria, MN 56308 United States
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Legacy of the Lakes Museum will host February’s Hot Chocolate & History in the BoatHouse on February 13, 2025 at 6:30.  It’s said that Superior never gives up her dead. With over 350 shipwrecks and 10,000 lives lost, Lake Superior has tales of tragedy, heroism, and mother nature’s fury. This talk will look at well-known and lesser known shipwrecks on the largest of the Great Lakes, using images, data, and scans from decades of underwater archaeology. When you arrive at the…

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