Facts & Other Things To Do in Alexandria, Minnesota
Other things to do in Alexandria:
- The Runestone Museum - Throughout the summer they have people dressed up in outfits from days long past. It is a great interactive way for kids to learn more about the country they call home. It is believed that Vikings came to Minnesota a long time ago. A runestone (which can be found at this museum) was found on a Minnesota man's land in 1898.
- Ole (Owe-ly) the Giant Viking Statue - Minnesotan's are very proud of their Nordic heritage. Ole is just one example of this.
Minnesota Facts:
State Bird: Loon
State Flower: Ladyslipper
State Fish: Walleye
Capital: St. Paul
Meaning of Minnesota: A Dakota Sioux Indian word for "cloudy water" or "sky water" probably referring to the rivers.
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