Alexandria Bay welcome arch project reaches 95% completion

The refurbishment of Alexandria Bay’s welcome arch is 95% complete, with landscaping and electrical work remaining on the project at the village entrance.

Bill Gill completed the electrical work and sign refurbishment, while Tad Kring handled the stone work. The project is intended to update the landmark that welcomes visitors entering Alexandria Bay.

The arch is at least 30 years old. The redesign retains a depiction of Boldt Castle and the phrase “The heart of the Thousand Islands.” The lettering had become smudged and the paint was fading before the work began.

The Town of Alexandria and the Village of Alexandria Bay are continuing an agreement to share the cost of upgrades to the arch, according to town meeting minutes from March 18 and April 15, 2026.

Letters began going onto the arch May 8. The project’s remaining work is landscaping and electrical work. The village has not announced a completion date.

The arch is located at the village entrance, along the route used by visitors traveling toward the Thousand Islands. Village trustee meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month in the Community Room. The village office is at 110 Walton St. and can be reached at (315) 482-9902.