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View this collection of stories that were filmed about and throughout Alexandria, Minnesota. Each individual story is worth a watch. 

 

If you know a good local Alexandria story, please let us know. If you like what you see, watch more Pioneer PBS videos here: https://video.pioneer.org/

Alexandria Stories

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Legacy of the Lakes Museum

The Legacy of the Lakes Museum in Alexandria houses unique watercrafts and a public display garden.

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Runestone Museum

Who left this carved monument to a Viking expedition in a field outside of Kensington?

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Fin Gear

Drake Herd takes host Bret Amundson to hook some late season crappie before the ice melts.

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Shepherd’s Bay Farm

On their farm Kathy and Terry Sletto stay connected to a long family heritage of wool-production.

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Lakes and Legacies

Spearing with decoys handcrafted in the 1950s and the Legacy of the Lakes Museum.

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Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum

The Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum of Alexandria is featured.

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Runge Cars

Runge Cars innovates with uniquely designed cars.

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Farm Wineries | Live Local with Minnesota Grown

Farm wineries in Minnesota offer a delightful experience for wine enthusiasts. One such destination is Carols Creek Winery.

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Andria Theatre

The Andria Theatre is west central MN's foremost live theatre and performing arts center.

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Composting

Steve Henry shares his methods for composting.

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Turf Maintenance

The golf course illustrates how to grow and maintain turf grass for an entire golf season.

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La Ferme

Chef Matthew Jensen shares the story of his journey as a chef.

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Chef Curt Tribute

A tribute to the late Curt Anderson with a previously recorded interview.

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Paul Anderson

Paul Anderson gives a tour of his extensive collection of cars, tractors, etc.

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Frankie Jost, Wakesurfer

Wakesurfer, Frankie Jost from Alexandriam, MN.

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Frankie Jost

Wakesurfing with Frankie Jost.

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Growing Apples in a Big Way

Country Blossom Farm near Alexandria, Minn. is a popular destination that produces fine apples.

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From the Ground Up

Tour Virgil and Jeanne Batesole's farmstead in Alexandria.

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Apple Tasting | Live Local with Minnesota Grown

Country Blossom Farm is one such grower of Sweet Tango in Minnesota, a variety known for their sweet and tangy flavor.

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The Outstanding Yard

Mary Holm visits with Bruce and Terri Kakac near Alexandria Hanging baskets.

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Local Fiber | Live Local with Minnesota Grown

Kathy Sletto of Shepherd's Bay Farm raises sheep and rabbits to produce natural, locally-sourced fiber.

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The Pedestrian Garden

A garden is shared with many pedestrians along a popular walking and biking path.

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Lakes Area Theatre

Lakes Area Theatre is featured.

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Leanne Larson

Leanne Larson is featured.

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Wonderland

Step into the wonderland that is the garden of Wayne Johnson and Bonnie Beresford.

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Alexandria Area Art

Alexandria area art: Connie Lee and the Tennessee Roadhouse, Josie Nelson & Rikki Sneddon

Pioneer Specials
Alexandria

Alexandria Marching Band

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Alt for Norge Contestants, Part 1

Locals chosen to compete on the Norwegian reality show “Alt for Norge.”

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Alt for Norge Contestants, Part 2

Locals chosen to compete on the Norwegian reality show “Alt for Norge.”