In 1851, the area of Carver County was opened up to settlers through the Mendota Treaty. The rivers and lake provided the best places for locals to live, as they served as arteries that allowed access to other towns. Mayer was one of the later towns to be developed. Originally, the entire area was mostly… Read more »
Post by David Olson ● Jun 6, 2015
City of Mayer: Brief History
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