The Alexandria Township Historical Association, owners
and operators of the historic 1866 Cornwall Brothers Museum,
is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. We depend entirely
on the financial support of donations, memberships,
and fund raising events. Come visit, become a member,
and join us for a step back in time.
Enter…… the historic 1866 stone building, the last remaining waterfront landmark of the 19th century in Alexandria Bay.
Take a step back in time!
Explore…… avenues of history of the early settlement of the river front community and commercial hub of the 1000 Islands.
Exhibits…… depict the trades, crafts and commerce of the settlers of the early village. Permanent exhibits reflect the lifestyle of the people who shaped this destination of travelers from the mid-1850s through the mid-1950s. Bi-annual feature exhibits showcase individuals and businesses which gained international recognition for this area.
Enjoy…… diverse Gallery Presentations by guest speakers, designed to educate and engage audiences in local history, folklore and architecture.
Educate…… local school groups, researchers, and avid historians by providing access to artifacts, maps, books and historical documents.
36 Market Street
PO Box 695
Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
315-482-4586
info@alexandriahistorical.com
Getting Here:
Located in the heart of the 1000 Islands in upstate New York, we are just minutes from Interstate-81 and the Thousand Islands Bridge to Canada.
From Highway 12, turn north on Church Street, toward the River. Proceed to the stop sign at James Street and turn right on James. Almost immediately, turn left on Market Street. The Cornwall Brothers Museum and Store is two blocks on the right on Market Street. There is free parking for visitors in front of the museum.
May & June, September & October
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 10 am-4 pm
July & August: Open every day
Sunday through Thursday: 10 am-4 pm
Friday & Saturday: 10am-6 pm
The Museum opens for the
season on May 22nd
and closes for the season
on October 11th
Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CBSM1866/
and Instagram at
https://www.instagram.com/cornwallbrothers/
Welcome!
Mission Statement
The mission of ATHS is to collect, preserve, and interpret historic information and artifacts representative of the town of Alexandria and river communities for the education and enjoyment of all who visit the museum.
Hours of operation
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Help us Save the
Cornwall Brothers Museum
The last surviving
Gilded Age waterfront landmark in Alexandria Bay needs your help to stand for the next 160 years.
GIVE NOW
(click the 160 button below)
Celebrate 160! campaign progress
$[XX,XXX] raised of our $250,000 goal —
help us close the gap and unlock $168,000 in matching state grants.
GIVE NOW
(click the 160 button below)
Why Now?
Decades of weather and river exposure have taken a toll on the last surviving Gilded Age waterfront landmark in Alexandria Bay. Bowing and water infiltration on the east wall threaten the structure — without timely intervention, loss of history becomes likely.
Built in 1866 from local stone and listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1975, the Cornwall Brothers Museum is an anchor of identity for our river communities.
Your gift today will prevent irreversible damage and keep this living classroom open for thousands of learners and visitors each year.“The building must be maintained in order to keep providing historic exhibits for the community and our visitors!”— Len Senecal, ATHS Board Chair & President
“The building must be
maintained in order to keep providing historic exhibits for the community and our visitors!”
— Len Senecal, ATHS Board Chair
& President
The Plan Your Gift Makes Possible
Funding Breakdown
Total Project Cost
$275,000
Community Match Required
$137,700
Grants Secured
$168,000
* NY Forward-Downtown Revitalization Initiative
* NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Campaign Goal
$250,000
Your gift funds the exterior phase of restoration:
* Repoint historic stone masonry to preservation standards
* Rebuild and stabilize upper-floor granite lintels
* Address water infiltration on the east wall
Grants are in hand;
your gift provides the required match to unlock and multiply this public funding.
Recognition Levels
Every gift moves us closer to saving this landmark. Choose the level that's right for you:
Level Amount Namesake
Cornwall Society $25,000 + The Cornwall Brothers
Walton Trust $10,000-$24,999 Azariah Walton
Boldt Ambassador $5,000-$9,999 George C. Boldt
LeRay de Chaumont Patron $2,500-$4,999 James LeRay de Chaumont
Pullman Steward $1,000-$2,499 George Pullman
Holland Friend $500-$999 Dr. J. G. Holland
Robinson Associate $100-$499 Dr. Walter G. Robinson
Naming opportunities are available for leadership gifts — contact us to discuss.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why now? Why is this urgent?
Water infiltration and bowing on the east wall are actively damaging the structure. The longer we wait, the more expensive and difficult the repairs become — and at a certain point, some damage becomes irreversible.
Haven't you already received grant money? Why do you need more?
Yes — we've secured $168,000 in matching grants. But that funding requires a local match of $137,700 before it can be released. Without the match, we can't access the grants at all.
What happens if you don't reach the goal?
We'd need to scale back the scope of repairs or delay work, which risks further deterioration of the building and could jeopardize the matching grant funding.
Can I give at a lower amount?
Absolutely — every gift matters and moves us closer to unlocking the match. Recognition levels start at $100.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. The Alexandria Township Historical Society (dba Cornwall Brothers Store Museum) is a United States 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Federal EIN 51-0158951. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Can I give by mail instead of online?
Yes — mailed pledge cards are always welcome. See contact details below.
Contact Us
Alexandria Township Historical Society
Cornwall Brothers Store Museum
PO Box 695
36 Market Street
Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
Phone: 315.482.4586
Email: campaign160@alexandriahistorical.com
Web: www.cbmabay.com
GIVE NOW
(click the 160 button below)
The Alexandria Township Historical Society (dba Cornwall Brothers Store Museum) is a United States 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Federal EIN 51-0158951. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.