

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Educate…… local school groups, researchers, and avid historians by providing access to artifacts, maps, books and historical documents.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
Ways to become involved
Become a Member
The Alexandria Township Historical Society is a membership-supported organization, and we invite you to join! Membership dues fund exhibits and programs, help to care for locally relevant artifacts and collections, and maintain the historic 1866 Cornwall Brothers Store building. As a member you are helping to preserve the history of Alexandria Bay and the Thousand Islands.
Members receive these benefits:
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Free admission to Gallery Presentations
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Newsletters and mailings
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10% discount on gift shop merchandise
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A vinyl sticker for all members to
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proudly show your support
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A Cornwall Brothers Museum tote bag
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for members at the $100 level and above
Membership levels:
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Benefactor – $5000+
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Curator – $2500
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Steward – $1000+
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Honored Friend – $500+
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Patron – $250
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Supporter/Business – $100+
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Contributor – $50
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Family – $40
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Individual – $25
To become an ATHS member, mail a check payable to:
Alexandria Township Historical Society
PO Box 695
Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
or stop at the Cornwall Brothers Store Museum on your next visit to The Bay.
Artifacts
The ATHS collects a wide range of objects that interpret the history of Alexandria Township and life in the Thousand Islands. These are just some of the types of artifacts that are in our collection:
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Boats and boat models
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Boatbuilding tools
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Period clothing and textiles
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Objects from the grand hotels and other local businesses
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Thousand Islands Memorabilia
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Decoys
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Furnishings
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China
We welcome donations of artifacts related to our regional history. If you would like to make a donation, please contact us at info@alexandriahistorical.com or 315-482-4586.
Volunteer
2026 Volunteers are needed.
Volunteers are the heart of many non-profit organizations, and the Alexandria Township Historical Society is no exception!
Here are some of the many ways volunteers help at ATHS:
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Working the gift shop
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Archiving historical records and assisting researchers
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Promotion of events, programs and exhibits
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Maintaining the building and grounds
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Meeting and greeting visitors
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Exhibit interpreters
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Assisting at special events
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Clerical and bookkeeping
If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at 315-482-4586 or email info@alexandriahistorical.com.

Archives
The archival holdings of the ATHS range from maps and charts to ledgers and books. Photographs, postcards, and other ephemera make up a large part of the collection, which is available for researchers.
We welcome donations of archival material and ephemera related to our regional history. If you would like to make a donation, please contact us at info@alexandriahistorical.com or 315-482-4586.
2026-Alexandria Township Historical Society-all rights reserved.