History Cruise: The Historic Landscape of Lake Minnetonka

8 Water Street,Excelsior MN 55331

16 August, 2021

Description

The landscape of lake Minnetonka has changed over time due to natural and human forces. Learn about the impact then and now! How has Lake Minnetonka changed over time? Learn about the impact of natural and human forces on the lake including Native Americans, the deforestation of the late nineteenth century, tourism and wildlife, suburbanization, various dams, channels, bridges, public parks, dredging, and more! We'll discuss the whole lake, from Crane Island to the former Spirit Knob, one of Minnetonka's best documented Dakota sacred sites. Boarding the "Lady of the Lake": Boarding begins at 5:45 pm and the boat departs promptly at 6:00 pm. Board at the "Lady of the Lake" charter dock at #8 Water Street in downtown Excelsior.  Parking: Metered on-street parking and free surface parking lots are available in downtown Excelsior. For more information about parking or accessing the "Lady of the Lake" dock, visit their website https://www.ladyofthelakecruise.com/ or call Lady of the Lake Inc. (952)929-1209   Tickets (sales begin June 30): $22.50 members | $37.50 non-members Tickets are non-refundable, contact [email protected] or 952-221-4766 for more information. To purchase or renew a membership click here or visit https://www.elmhs.org/store/p29/Membership.html. Founded in 1972, the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society preserves the history of Lake Minnetonka and the communities of Deephaven, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood, and Tonka Bay.  The Society’s Museum and Archives are free and open to the public, and hold a large collection of historical artifacts and documents. It regularly presents programs and publishes books on topics of local historical interest.