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The University community is located in the central-eastern section of the city of Minneapolis. A collection of 6 distinct neighborhoods, University is known for its idyllic location near the downtown metro area and the University of Minnesota. While each of the neighborhoods found within the community are unique and offer varying amenities they all contribute… Read more »
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The Nokomis community is known for its primarily residential nature and is home to nearly 38,000 residents. While there are several local businesses and commercial developments that can be found among the community’s 11 unique neighborhoods, the majority of land space is reserved for housing and park land. While this article does not provide a… Read more »
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The city of Edina, Minnesota is widely regarded as one of the most upscale and premier cities within the entire state. Whether it be the rich history, lush parkland, jaw-dropping homes, or dynamic, engaging community, Edina embodies the finest living that Minnesota has to offer. There are numerous factors that contribute to this distinguished community…. Read more »
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The city of Lauderdale, Minnesota is a close-knit and personal community. With nearly 2,500 residents living in 0.42 square miles of land, Lauderdale embraces its small-town culture. Despite its small size, Lauderdale features several unique businesses which contributes to the community. Finn Sisu is one of Lauderdale’s most unique stores. A Finnish ski and sauna store,… Read more »
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The city of Falcon Heights, Minnesota is a small city that plays a big role in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Home to just over 5,000 residents, Falcon Heights is known for the fact that ⅔ of its area is taken up by the University of Minnesota as well as the Minnesota State Fair Grounds…. Read more »
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The city of Roseville, Minnesota is a mid-sized suburb that is uniquely situated adjacent to both Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Only Lauderdale, a neighboring city, shares this characteristic. The city’s nearly 35,000 residents enjoy the benefits of living near these larger cities while maintaining a peaceful, suburban atmosphere. The community of Roseville is heavily influenced… Read more »
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The city of Elko New Market, Minnesota is home to over 4,500 residents. A southern city located almost due south of Minneapolis and a member of Scott County, residents of Elko New Market enjoy a rural way of life and a small-town community. There are numerous local events and businesses that play a role in… Read more »
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Summit-University is St. Paul‘s oldest neighborhood. The high river bluffs give the area its name. The Summit-University neighborhood, with a population of 16,000 residents, is culturally diverse, and home to people from Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Well-maintained homes and buildings from the late 1800’s flourished in the neighborhood, with popular and well-known landmarks all around…. Read more »
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Home to around 6,000 residents, the University neighborhood is located east of downtown Minneapolis. The Mississippi River divides the neighborhood into the west bank and the east bank. The neighborhood is almost entirely occupied by the University of Minnesota, hence its name, University. The University of Minnesota is one of the top public universities in… Read more »
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Prospect Park is situated in east central Minneapolis and within the University community. The neighborhood borders the City of Saint Paul on the eastern side and the University of Minnesota on the west side. It is also bordered on the south by the Mississippi River and on the north by the railroad tracks. The neighborhood was… Read more »
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The Nicollet Island/East Bank neighborhood contains a small residential population of 1,500 and Nicollet Island on the Mississippi River just east of downtown Minneapolis as well as a share of the eastern riverbank located between Central Avenue and the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad line. The neighborhood is the geographical center of Minneapolis. The island… Read more »
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The city’s “first neighborhood” is now one of its finest. The Marcy-Holmes neighborhood, situated on the east bank of the Mississippi River in the University Community, got its name from William L. Marcy, an American statesman and secretary of state born in 1786 along with Oliver Wendell Holmes, an American poet, author, and novelist who… Read more »
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Como, which is also commonly referred to as Southeast Como, is named after Como Avenue, which travels along the neighborhood. Como Avenue took its name from Lake Como in northern Italy, a prevalent tourist objective. Como neighborhood is in the University community, just north of the Dinkytown area and the east bank campus of the… Read more »
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Cedar-Riverside, located in the University community, is named after the intersection of the two main avenues of the neighborhood, which are Cedar and Riverside. The neighborhood is triangular-shaped with three ultimate boundaries. The Mississippi River is on the east side, Interstate 94 on the south side, and Interstate 35W on the west side. Cedar-Riverside is… Read more »
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The University community, located in the central-eastern section of Minneapolis, is home to nearly 40,000 residents. A collection of 6 neighborhoods, University is known for its scenic location near the downtown area and several major area schools. The 6 neighborhoods found within the community are Cedar-Riverside, Como, Marcy-Holmes, Nicollet Island/East Bank, Prospect Park, and University…. Read more »
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The University community is a collection of 6 distinct neighborhoods. Each neighborhood has its own parks and recreation offerings for residents and visitors alike. Whether it be small, neighborhood playgrounds or large, community parklands, the parks within the University community range in amenities and location. The following article will provide an overview of the parks… Read more »
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The University community’s history is almost as old as Minneapolis’. In the late 1890’s, the area had a thriving community of Scandinavian immigrants, many of whom worked in the milling and lumber industries on the Mississippi River. As time passed, the community shifted and became a beehive of hippies, intellectuals, actors, artists and musicians. Presently,… Read more »
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Minneapolis Public Schools promises an inspirational education experience in a safe, welcoming environment for all diverse learners to acquire the tools and skills necessary to confidently engage in the global community. This is the largest district in Minnesota, as it serves the largest city in the state. The teachers are dedicated, passionate and committed to… Read more »
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The Phillips community is defined by its location within the city of Minneapolis and its cultural heritage. Located just south of downtown Minneapolis, Phillips offers a very diverse and exciting lifestyle. Residents living within the Phillips community come from all around the world. While the community as a whole is eclectic and unique, the community’s… Read more »
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The Northeast community, found in the northeastern corner of Minneapolis, is home to over 36,000 residents. A quieter community located away from the busier sections of the city, Northeast provides a peaceful and close-knit community for residents to enjoy. With lots of dining, shopping, entertainment, and recreational options available, residents are able to enjoy the… Read more »
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The Nokomis community is known for its primarily residential nature and is home to nearly 38,000 residents. While there are several local businesses and commercial developments that can be found among the community’s 11 unique neighborhoods, the majority of land space is reserved for housing and park land. While this article does not provide a… Read more »
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As the heart of the downtown area, the Central community within Minneapolis is home to a dynamic and bustling lifestyle. Residents and visitors alike are treated to the finest options available in regards to dining, shopping, entertainment, and more. While each neighborhood located within the Central community offers different amenities, they all contribute to the… Read more »
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The city of Minneapolis is the largest city within the state of Minnesota. Home to over 400,000 residents, the lifestyle found within Minneapolis is largely dependent on the community in which you find yourself. With 11 distinct communities, each showcasing their own neighborhoods, lifestyle options and amenities are widely varied. The following article will outline… Read more »
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The city of St. Paul, Minnesota is a vast, dynamic city. With 17 unique neighborhoods, each of which containing their own distinct communities and amenities, there are plenty of different lifestyles to choose from. The following article provides a brief overview of each individual neighborhood and the lifestyle found within. Not to be confused with… Read more »
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The Jonathan Community in Chaska, Minnesota is a community of about 8,000 people nestled among 2,200 acres of woods, lakes, and rolling farmland. Chaska is a historic Minnesota River community of over 24,000 residents. The community borders the Hazeltine National Golf Course, Chaska Town Course, Jonathan Elementary School, Clover Ridge Elementary School, Chaska Commons, and the… Read more »
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The city of Minneapolis, Minnesota contains 11 unique communities, each with their own distinct neighborhoods. Among all of these separate areas are countless parks and recreation opportunities. Ranging in size from massive, regional parks to small, neighborhood treasures, residents of Minneapolis have plenty of options when it comes to life in the outdoors. The following… Read more »
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The Southeast quadrant of Edina is bordered between highways 100 and 62. To the east of this region is the City of Richfield and to the south is the City of Bloomington. This quadrant has 9 neighborhoods which include Lake Cornelia, Southdale, Lake Edina, South Cornelia, Promenade, Parklawn, Pentagon Park, Centennial Lakes and Edinborough. The… Read more »
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Students in the city of Columbus are served by Independent School District 831. School District 831 seeks to prepare students for the world by offering excellent education through outstanding teachers, technology, challenging curriculum, high standards, and a supportive learning environment. School District 831 serves 7,000 students in preK through 12th grade. Forest Lake has 8… Read more »
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The City of Scandia is a part of the Forest Lake School District. The district itself serves the cities of Marine of the St. Croix, Forest Lake, Wyoming, Linwood, Lino Lakes, Bethel, Columbus, Ham Lake, Stacey, and the northern region of Hugo. The community of Scandia realizes the importance of education with almost 1,800 families residing… Read more »
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Students in the city of Forest Lake are served by Independent School District 831. School District 831 seeks to prepare students for the world by offering excellent education through outstanding teachers, technology, challenging curriculum, high standards, and a supportive learning environment. School District 831 serves 7,000 students in preK through 12th grade. Forest Lake has… Read more »
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The city of Columbia Heights, Minnesota is a first-ring suburb of Minneapolis and is located north of the Twin Cities metro area. A medium-sized suburb, Columbia Heights encompasses an area of just over 3.5 square miles and is home to just under 20,000 residents. Known for its Polish heritage and rich history, Columbia Heights has a… Read more »
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The city of Northfield realizes the importance of quality education. Of the 4,900 households in Northfield, 35 percent have children under the age of 18. Northfield, Minnesota is part of Independent School District 659, also known as the Northfield Public School District. The district operates three elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school…. Read more »
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The city of Mounds View, Minnesota primarily belongs to Independent School District (ISD) 621, also known as the Mounds View School District. The Mounds View School District (ISD 621) includes six elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools. Their mission as a district is to, “educate learners through a broad range of programs… Read more »
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The city of Gem Lake, Minnesota belongs to the White Bear Area Schools District (ISD 624). A large district serving all or parts of Birchwood, Gem Lake, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Little Canada, Maplewood, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, and White Bear Township, the White Bear Area Schools District includes four Early Childhood program… Read more »
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The city of Falcon Heights, Minnesota is a small city located just a few miles east of the city of Minneapolis. With a total land area of just 2.24 miles, Falcon Heights is a small component of the much larger Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Despite its small size, Falcon Heights is home to four fully-developed… Read more »
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The city of Falcon Heights, Minnesota started off as a part of the Rose Township. This land area also encompassed the present-day cities of Lauderdale and Roseville, as well as sections of St. Paul, Minneapolis, and St. Anthony. While the city of Falcon Heights itself is not very large, it has a rich history which… Read more »
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Falcon Heights, Minnesota, is situated only ten minutes from both downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis, as it lies directly in between each of the Twin Cities. The city is a suburb of St. Paul, and is on the western side of Ramsey County. Home to portions of the Minnesota State Fair, with over a million… Read more »
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The city of Arden Hills, Minnesota primarily belongs to Independent School District (ISD) 621, or the Mounds View School District. A small section of the city is located in ISD 623, the Roseville School District. Despite being in school districts based out of the neighboring cities, the city of Arden Hills is home to an… Read more »
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Fridley Public Schools (District 14) serves the central area of the city of Fridley with two elementary schools, a middle school, a high school and a community center. Although the city of Fridley is in the midst of the metro area, it is known for offering a small-town feel in both its schools and its… Read more »
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Jordan Public School, Minnesota School District 717, has a mission to inspire a caring community to ignite learning, innovation, and success for all. They have recently renovated their local middle school. Jordan students consistently score at the top of the Minnesota River Conference and their athletic and fine arts are second to none. The district’s… Read more »
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Most of the schools that serve New Germany, Minnesota are about ten minutes northeast in the city of Watertown. New Germany is part of the Watertown-Mayer Public Schools District, or school district 111. This district enrolls about 1,500 students each year. The district as a whole was ranked in the top fifty of all of… Read more »
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Situated in the western portion of the city of St. Paul, Union Park is a gathering of smaller neighborhoods including Merriam Park, Lexington-Hamline, and Snelling-Hamline. Though the neighborhood as a whole is mainly residential, Union Park includes several large sections of the Midway commercial and industrial areas along University Avenue. The Central Corridor Light Rail… Read more »
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Thomas-Dale, with a population of 15,000, is Saint Paul’s most diverse neighborhood. This diversity is replicated not only in its local residents of many ethnicities, but in the amazing and unique shops, restaurants, and services that can also be found. University Avenue is the foremost commercial hub in the neighborhood, as it hosts about 100… Read more »
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The Saint Anthony Park neighborhood is nearby the University of Minnesota-St. Paul campus, and borders Northeast Minneapolis on the west and the Minnesota State Fairgrounds on the east. It has been host to three Minnesota governors: William Marshall, Andrew McGill, Elmer L. Andersen. In the late 1800’s the neighborhood held the estates for the well… Read more »
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The Macalester-Groveland neighborhood is situated in western Saint Paul. With 18,000 residents, the neighborhood ranges east from the Mississippi River to Summit Hill. The neighborhood is a rich mixture of single-family homes with lively commercial strips. The Summit Avenue Historic District, with superb mansions from the late 1800’s, borders the northern boundary of the neighborhood…. Read more »
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The Hamline-Midway neighborhood is renowned for being active, family-oriented, and full of amenities. Hamline University and more than ten other educational institutions are scattered throughout the neighborhood, attracting students from around the metro area. Several civic groups speak to local issues from urban greening to engaging youth and elders. Shops, parks, recreation centers, restaurants, and… Read more »
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The majority of people believe that the Downtown neighborhood’s borders are Interstate 94 to the north and Kellogg Boulevard and the Mississippi River to the south. However, the legitimate border of the neighborhood is a little further north, at University Avenue. Downtown St. Paul is know as an arts, amusement, and business center, as well… Read more »
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Dayton’s Bluff is a neighborhood on the east side of the Mississippi in the southeast part of Saint Paul. It is a historic neighborhood of almost 17,000 with exceptional views of the skyline, the Mississippi River and even downtown St. Paul, and is just fifteen minutes outside of the heart of Minneapolis. Dayton’s Bluff is… Read more »
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Not to be confused with the Como neighborhood in Minneapolis, the Como neighborhood in St. Paul is an attractive and peaceful residential neighborhood with a population of almost 12,000 residents. The neighborhood encompasses Como Park, and contains many features such as Lake Como, the Como Zoo, and the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. The State Fairgrounds are… Read more »
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Pentagon Park takes its name from an office park complex. It is situated in the Southeast quadrant of the city of Edina. It is bordered on the north by 76th Street, on the east by France Avenue, on the south by Viking Drive, and on the west by Highway 100. The neighborhood is mainly office… Read more »
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The Phillips West neighborhood, located within the Phillips community, is positioned south of downtown Minneapolis. The neighborhood and its junior high school derive their names from Wendell Phillips, a 19th-century abolitionist. Phillips West is a diverse neighborhood with its population of close to 5,000 residents including people of many nationalities. The neighborhood has a mix… Read more »
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Marshall Terrace is located in Minneapolis’ Northeast community. The borders of the neighborhood consist of Saint Anthony Parkway on the north and Lowry Avenue on the south. The Mississippi River is the western border, and 4th Street NE and University Avenue are the eastern borders. The neighborhood is named after Minnesota’s fifth governor, William R…. Read more »
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Bottineau is located in the Northeast community of Minneapolis. The Mississippi River borders it on the west and University Avenue border it to the east. Lowry Avenue NE is the northern end of the neighborhood, which extends to 16th/17th avenues NE in the south. The smaller Bottineau neighborhood derived its name from the famous pioneer,… Read more »
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The Beltrami neighborhood is in the Northeast community of Minneapolis. Broadway Street NE borders it on the north, Interstate 35W on the east, Hennepin Avenue East on the south, and on Central Avenue NE and Harrison Street NE on the west. Both the Beltrami neighborhood and the local park are named after Giacomo Constantino Beltrami,… Read more »
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Audubon Park is located in Northeast community of Minneapolis. Saint Anthony Parkway, Stinson Boulevard, Lowry Avenue and Central Avenue all border the neighborhood. St. Anthony Park shares borders with this neighborhood as well. Both the local park and the Audubon Park neighborhood as a whole were named in honor of John James Audubon, a great… Read more »
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Northrop is located in the southern portion of the city of Minneapolis and within the Nokomis community. Along with many other neighborhoods in Minneapolis, Northrop is named for its elementary school. Northrop Elementary derives its name from Cyrus Northrop, second president of the University of Minnesota. It shares with Field neighborhood located west of Northrop, an active… Read more »
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Morris Park is located in the southeastern border of Minneapolis. The neighborhood borders the Twin Cities Air Force Reserve Base on the south, and is within the Nokomis community. Morris Park got its name from Mary C. Morris, daughter of Franklin Steele. Steele was the first European-American settler of St. Anthony, which is north of… Read more »
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Elliot Park, located south of downtown Minneapolis in between West and East Downtown, was first established in the 19th century, just four years following the formation of Minneapolis. The local park and neighborhood were both named after the land donor Dr. Joseph Elliot, a man who owned a farm there and gave it away for… Read more »
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Downtown East, located in the Central community, is located near the center of Minneapolis. The area is bordered on its north side by the Mississippi River, and in the east by Interstate 35W. A very small portion of the neighborhood is devoted to local housing, however the area is primarily commercial in nature. The Downtown… Read more »
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Folwell neighborhood is located in northwestern Minneapolis and rests within the community of Camden. The neighborhood is attached to Folwell Park. Both the park and neighborhood were named for Dr. William W. Folwell. This individual was the first president of the University of Minnesota. With 2,100 households and a diverse population of approximately 6,300 residents, the… Read more »
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Whether it be East Hennepin, The Northeast Neighborhood, or the “Nordeast,” as some locals refer to it as, what you need to know is merely this: Northeast is Minneapolis’ first community. The history that emanates from this area is vast. Anywhere you go, each structure you see, there’s a tale about it. It started in… Read more »
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The Central community of Minneapolis, Minnesota is located in the heart of the downtown area. Amidst the towering skyscrapers and busy city streets, a collection of parks and natural areas give residents and visitors alike scenic areas for rest and recreation. While there are not parks located in every neighborhood, there are still plenty of… Read more »
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Minneapolis is the largest city by population in the state of Minnesota, and the county seat for Hennepin County. The beginning and development of the city was due to the nearby vicinity of Fort Snelling, the first major United States military presence in the area, and by its position near Saint Anthony Falls and the… Read more »
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The city of St. Paul, Minnesota is home to a wide array of parks. Ranging from massive, regional parks, to tiny, neighborhood offerings, residents and visitors alike have plenty of options to explore. With amenities available for those seeking both active and passive forms of outdoor recreation, there are seemingly endless opportunities to have fun… Read more »
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The area known today as Brooklyn Center, Minnesota was originally owned by the government, and was not made public for residential use until after the treaty with the Dakota Indians had been set in place. This treaty allowed settlers to make their homes in the land that once belong to the Native Americans. In the… Read more »
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The schools in Watertown, Minnesota are located in the Watertown-Mayer Public Schools District, or school district 111. This district enrolls about 1,500 students each year. The district as a whole was ranked in the top fifty of all of Minnesota’s 415 school districts by SchoolDigger.com. The district’s mission is to create an environment where each… Read more »
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Parks are an integral part of the city of Victoria’s community. With over 200 acres of reserved land, 22 parks, and 12 lakes, Victoria has been nicknamed “the City of Lakes and Parks”. This extensive focus on preservation and outdoor beauty appreciation is apparent in the high- quality, well-managed parks that exist within the city’s… Read more »
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The parks in Chanhassen may be considered one of its greatest community builders. With 42 different parks and open spaces as well as the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum nearby, Chanhassen is the host of some of Minnesota’s most beautiful outdoor locations. Some notable examples include: Lake Ann Park: Considered to be Chanhassen’s premier community park, Lake… Read more »