Alexandria Minnesota and the Legacy of the Lakes Museum
The Village of Alexandria was settled in 1858 and named after brothers Alexander and William Kinkead from Maryland. The form of the name alludes to Alexandria, Egypt, a center of learning and civilization. W.E. Hicks was pivotal to the early development of the town. He purchased the townsite in 1868 and established a mill, hotel,… Continue reading Alexandria Minnesota and the Legacy of the Lakes Museum