Named after the “Father of his Country”, Washington County, Minnesota was founded in October 1858. In May 1858, Minnesota became a state. With about 1300 acres, St. Paul Park was established as an incorporated village in Newport Township in 1887-1888. Some of the first settlers in the area were Joseph Hugenin, R.S. Snow, and William… Read more »
Post by David Olson ● Sep 9, 2016
City of St. Paul Park: A Brief History
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