

The Alexandria Township Historical Association, owners
and operators of the historic 1866 Cornwall Brothers Store 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Educate…… local school groups, researchers, and avid historians by providing access to artifacts, maps, books and historical documents.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@www.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
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater at the 1000 Islands Club
Fri, Aug 21
|Thousand Islands Club
Enjoy an evening of dinner and "who-done-it" when the Acme Mystery Company comes to town. Dress up for the occasion if you like, but bring your best sleuthing skills regardless.


Time & Location
Aug 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Thousand Islands Club, 21952 Club Rd, Wellesley Island, NY 13640, USA
About the event
More details will be provided soon regarding the performance and the menu. We're expecting a good turnout for this event, so be sure to purchase your tickets ASAP. To learn more about the Acme Mystery Company, check out their website at acmemysterytheater.com
Tickets
General Admission
From $60.00 to $130.00
$60.00
+$1.50 ticket service fee
$110.00
+$2.75 ticket service fee
$70.00
+$1.75 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00