Alexandria, Minnesota
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Alexandria, MN
Population: 8,820
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Amusements

Casey's Amusement Park 1305 Nokomis Street, Alexandria, MN 56308, 320-763-7576, This amusement park features go carts, a one-fourth-mile bridged track, bumper boats, miniature golf, water wars, batting cages, and picnic areas.  map

Go Fore Fun 'N Golf 4304 Dakota Street, Alexandria, MN 56308, 320-763-5191, The whole family will enjoy miniature golf, go carts, kiddy carts, a driving range, and much more at this amusement park.  map


Historic Homes & Buildings

Knute Nelson House (circa 1872) 1219 Nokomis Street, Alexandria, MN 56308, 320-762-0382, Built by ex-Minnesota governor and longtime United States Senator Knute Nelson, this beautiful home is filled with many artifacts and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. map


Historic Sites & Monuments

Fort Alexandria 206 Broadway, Alexandria, MN 56308, 320-763-3160, A replica of the original fort built in 1862 in order to provide protection from the Sioux Indian uprising, this historic site includes a log general store, a log cabin, a log church, an 1885 school house, and a large agricultural building with exhibits. more... map


Libraries & Research Centers

Douglas County Historical Society 1219 Nokomis Street, Alexandria, MN 56308, 320-762-0382, This historical society provides a family research library with extensive genealogy resources, as well as historical resources for those interested in the history of Douglas County and Minnesota. map

Douglas County Public Library 216 Seventh Avenue, Alexandria, MN 56308, 320-762-3014, This library features a collection of over 70,000 books, newspapers, periodicals, art prints, cassettes, videos, and other reference and research materials.  more... map


Museums & Galleries

Runestone Museum 206 Broadway, Alexandria, MN 56308, 320-763-3160, This museum tells the story and history of the Kensington Runestone, as well as presents exhibits and artifacts that elucidate the history of the Vikings, the history of the early immigrants to the area, the history of Alexandria, Norse adventures and legends, a Native American exhibit, a wildlife exhibit, a memorial gun exhibit, and a plethora of other mini exhibits that can easily fill an entire day with interesting exploration.  more... map


Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

Carlos Creek Winery 6693 County Road 34, Alexandria, MN 56308, 320-846-5443, Home to the largest grape vineyard in Minnesota, this winery features an orchard of over 6,000 apple trees and one of the state’s largest purebred Arabian horse facilities. Daily tours, that include wine tasting, are offered.  more... map


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