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Music in the Gardens
Join us for an evening with Davina and the Vagabonds! “Davina Sowers creates her own Americana mishmash — a little Amy Winehouse-worthy neo-soul here, a little Great American Songbook-influenced songcraft there.”-Rolling Stone Magazine Gates open at 6:00 and the music starts at 6:30! Adult beverages will be available for sale (cash or credit), along with pop and water. Grasslands tickets (first come, first serve seating, bring your own chair or blanket)-$15 (museum members $10) Gar Wood tickets (chair provided, seating…
Find out more »Music in the Gardens: Jeff Dayton
The museum is pleased to welcome Jeff Dayton to the Legacy Gardens on July 28th, 2023! "Jeff Dayton's career is a success story built on hard work, faith and professionalism. From his 15 years as bandleader and guitarist with Hall of Fame legend Glen Campbell to his tours on guitar with Lee Greenwood and megastar Kenny Chesney, Jeff has kept the same upbeat gratitude and energy he's had since his early days in club bands. He's played shows on guitar…
Find out more »Music in the Gardens: Mick Sterling
Join us for "From Barry: The Perfect Songs of Barry Gibb and the BeeGees," from Mick Sterling Presents. "Barry Gibb is simply one of the greatest Pop songwriters of his generation. The songs he wrote and performed with his brothers Maurice and Robin are stylistically beautiful and undeniably songwriting gems. From Barry is a show that will honor the early work of the Brothers Gibb with songs like RUN TO ME, I GOT TO GET A MESSAGE TO YOU, WORDS,…
Find out more »Shipwreck Detectives
Join the Legacy of the Lakes Museum at the Douglas County Library as we investigate Great Lakes shipwrecks. Be prepared to unlock mysteries during a fun morning of detective work through hands-on exploration and games. Grades 4-8 Douglas County Library | Large Meeting Room August 5 | 10:30-12:30 | Registration Required
Find out more »Story Time in the Gardens
We've partnered with the Douglas County Library for Story Time in the Legacy Gardens for ages 2-5 with the Douglas County Library. Stories & songs start at 10:00 am. In case of rain, story time will move inside the museum.
Find out more »Kid’s Photography Workshop
Kid's Photography Workshop at Smokey Timbers Camp (15567 Smokey Timbers Rd NW | Miltona, MN). August 9 | 6 pm Sponsored by Tahoe Maritime Foundation
Find out more »Guided Galleries
Exclusive guided gallery tours with our curator and other local guides. Tours last 1.5 hours and give a more in depth look at the museum's exhibits. For guests 21 and over, a glass of wine is included in the ticket price. Tickets are $12 at the door. Museum members free! Save $2 on tickets by reserving your spot early! Click here to purchase tickets.
Find out more »Story Time in the Gardens with Debbie Hoven
Join us for Story Time in the Gardens with local author Debbie Hoven! This is a free event and great for elementary aged children and families. Story Time starts at 10:00 am in the Legacy Gardens behind the museum. In the event of rain, Story Time will move inside the museum. This event is made possible through a grant from the Tahoe Maritime Foundation.
Find out more »Gyotaku Fish Printing
Children’s Make-n-Take: Gyotaku Printing August 15, 2023 | 10:00 am – 11:30 am Legacy of the Lakes BoatHouse Suggested grade: 2nd-6th $5 Gyotaku is the traditional Japanese method of printing using fish. Learn about the ancient practice and create your own prints to display at home. Registration link coming soon!
Find out more »Yoga in the Gardens
Yoga has so many health benefits for mind, body and spirit...especially in the beautiful gardens at the Legacy of the Lakes museum! Yoga equally strengthens and stretches, increasing flexibility and repairing muscles. It’s all about relaxing and allowing yourself and your body to have as much relaxation as you want. This time is for you - free of competition and comparison! Appropriate for all ages & fitness levels. Class is facilitated by Alexandria Community Education. Advance registration is required. $28/3 sessions.…
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