Containing 74,000 residents and encompassing nearly 33 square miles, Plymouth, Minnesota was named Money Magazine’s best city to live in the nation back in 2008, and this is largely due the quality of residential living, recreational parks, and numerous educational options. With a fabulous network of parks and open spaces, residents enjoy the beautiful rolling… Read more »

Plymouth was named by Money Magazine the number one city in which to live in the United States in 2008. The magazine gave top honors to Plymouth because of its inclusion of residential areas, industry, parks, schools, and other aspects which make Plymouth a self-contained and essentially autonomous city. Another contributing factor to Plymouth’s high… Read more »

 With 53 parks, 144 miles of trails and 1200 acres of parkland, the city of Plymouth, Minnesota features one of the nation’s premier park systems. A picturesque blend of rolling hills and tranquil lakes, Plymouth offers its citizens a wealth of outdoor recreation options. Some of the most notable examples include: East and West Medicine… Read more »

The original inhabitants of the Plymouth, Minnesota were the Native American tribe called the Dakotas. Their main village was near Medicine Lake. The name Medicine Lake came from the Native American word “Mdewakan”, meaning “Lake of the Spirit.” The reason the lake was called “Lake of the Spirit” was because the tribe had evidently lost… Read more »

Plymouth schools are located in school district 284, which is one one of the larger school districts in the area, serving over 10,000 students total. The district is known for providing quality education and a large percentage of students that attend college after they graduate. In a recent community survey, 93 percent of parents and… Read more »

Deriving its name from the Dakota Indian word mni tonka, which means “great water”, the city of Minnetonka, Minnesota is one of the larger suburbs in the southwestern metro. Minnetonka is close 20-minute drive to Minneapolis. The city is home to over 51,000 residents, and covers a geographical area of more than 28-square miles, easily making… Read more »

With a population of over 51,000 residents, the city of Minnetonka is a fully developed suburban community featuring an abundance of amenities and resources for its residents. With numerous facilities, events, and organizations for residents to utilize and get involved with, the city has something to offer for everyone. One popular amenity within the city… Read more »

The city of Minnetonka, Minnesota was at one time a very sacred place for the Native Americans. There was plenty of game that was offered by the surrounding lake and prairies, as well the large lake, Lake Minnetonka. The Dakota Sioux and Ojibway Chippewa would cross through Minnetonka as they traveled between Shakopee and Mille… Read more »

With over 50 parks, beaches, and trails located within its city limits, the city of Minnetonka, Minnesota has a wealth of natural places for its residents to explore. This abundance of natural beauty not only provides entertainment and enjoyment for the residents, but it is part of an active effort by the city to protect… Read more »

Located within school district 276, Minnetonka offers many public and private schooling options. The district hosts a preschool, six elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The mission of the Minnetonka School District is to provide a community that transcends traditional definitions of excellence and to ensure all students envision and pursue their… Read more »

Excelsior is a lake shore city on Lake Minnetonka located about 30 minutes west of Minneapolis within Hennepin County. The city fits close to 2,000 residents in only a .69-square mile geographical area. Although it is small, Excelsior is a city with charm and natural beauty. It’s deep connection to the lake and it’s surrounding… Read more »

Joining with it’s neighboring lakeshore cities, the city of Excelsior, Minnesota has a special connection to the beautiful Lake Minnetonka. The city directly borders the lake’s shores, and the residents of Excelsior enjoy its scenic beauty among the other parks and trails running throughout the city. Some of the most notable outdoor areas in Excelsior… Read more »

Excelsior, Minnesota is a small, lakeshore city with a close-knit community revolving around Lake Minnetonka. While only encompassing a mere 0.69 square miles and having a population of just over 2,000 residents, this artsy city has a very strong sense of community. This is most evidently seen through its community amenities, events, and ideal location…. Read more »

Historical values are an important part of the community in Excelsior, Minnesota. Colonists that came out of New York in 1853 were the first to settle the town. Excelsior is a small area, but has been a focal point of the lower portion of the Lake Minnetonka location for years. It was the first official… Read more »

Located within school district 276, Excelsior offers several different public and private schooling options. The district hosts a preschool, six elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The mission of the Minnetonka School District is to provide a community that transcends traditional definitions of excellence and to ensure all students envision and pursue… Read more »