Rogers, Minnesota started as an early settlement in 1884.  Like much of the surrounding area, Rogers was mostly forests. Some of the trees that were common in the area were oak, ash, and birch. Other main geographical features were grasslands and marshes. However, the settlers were not as interested in the forests, and they cut […]

The history of Rockford, Minnesota dates back to 1855. In Illinois, two men, George Ames and Joel Florida, read about the spectacular land in Minnesota. They came to the area by way of the Mississippi River. Eventually, they settled in the area known today as Rockford. Once there, they met a man who had already […]

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 one of its most famous warriors when his canoe capsized in the lake and his body was never found. However, the Indians […]

Although Savage is not the largest suburb in the state of Minnesota, its historical roots go deeper than many other cities in the area. Much of the city’s history is found in agriculture, however, its true beginnings rest in the Minnesota and Credit Rivers. These rivers provided access to larger communities, therefore, the early settlers […]

At one point, the area of Maple Plain, Minnesota was comprised of nothing more than woods, lakes, streams, and the occasional open space. The only inhabitants were the Dakota Indians, and they made use of the woods and water by providing themselves with plenty of game. However, all of this changed as a result of […]

At one point, the area of Loretto, Minnesota was comprised of nothing more than woods, lakes, streams, and the occasional open space. The only inhabitants were the Dakota Indians, and they made use of the woods and water by providing themselves with plenty of game. However, all of this changed as a result of the […]

At one point, the area of Independence, Minnesota was comprised of nothing more than woods, lakes, streams, and the occasional open space. The only inhabitants were the Dakota Indians, and they made use of the woods and water by providing themselves with plenty of game. However, all of this changed as a result of the […]

At one point, the area of Medina, Minnesota was comprised of nothing more than woods, lakes, streams, and the occasional open space. The only inhabitants were the Dakota Indians, and they made use of the woods and water by providing themselves with plenty of game. However, all of this changed as a result of the […]

In 1852, Hopkins, Minnesota was settled by its first European pioneers. However, the true beginning of Hopkins did not start until 35 years later when the Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company was built and provided employment for almost all of the residents. Workers moved to the area just to find employment at this company, and the […]

Overview of the History of Richfield Minnesota Richfield, Minnesota is the perfect example of a city that came a long way from being a rural area to a suburban city. Before there was any substantial residential development, the community of Richfield was an area that was completely dominated by farmland. In 1908, Richfield officially became an […]

New Hope, Minnesota was mainly an agricultural community in the early 1900’s. Most of the locals lived off of their grown goods and sold the rest to the nearby city of Minneapolis. The area was originally part of the crystal Lake Township, along with several other cities such as Crystal and Robbinsdale. Eventually, Minneapolis became […]

The city of Robbinsdale, Minnesota started out as just a small township called Crystal Bay. The first claim was filed by John C. Bohanon. This took place shortly after the Minnesota Territorial Legislative Assembly created Hennepin County in 1852. Known as Parker’s Station, a small community began to grow around Bohanon’s home. The township was […]

Golden Valley, Minnesota is a city that has significant history. Most of the area was originally inhabited by the Chippewa and Sioux tribes. They established most of their encampments by the nearby lake, Medicine Lake. However, the Mendota Treaty allowed most of the land in the area to be settled by Europeans. The Indians moved […]

In 1852, the area of Crystal, Minnesota became a part of Hennepin County. However, Crystal was not an official city, as was it actually called the Crystal township. This township began to grow geographically, as it had boundaries in modern-day Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, and Crystal. The township was forced to become incorporated into Crystal village […]

St. Louis Park, Minnesota began when two landowners from Minneapolis decided to hire a group of businessmen to start building homes in the late 1880’s. This building company was called St. Louis Park Land and Improvement Company, therefore giving inspiration to the name of this wonderful city. The Minneapolis Land and Investment Company was hired […]

From the year of 1843 until present day, Bloomington, Minnesota has experienced one of the most rich and dynamic histories of any city in the state. The area was first inhabited by the Dakota Indians. The very first settlers of European descent established a small town in the early 1840’s and kept peace with the […]

For much of its history, Waconia Minnesota was a big tourist destination. It since then has become more residential. This city’s history is valuable to the locals, and can be highly appreciated by anyone. The main inhabitants of the area were the Dakota Indians. They named the local lake “Meday Wa Ko Ni Ya,” which […]

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. The area of Watertown was almost entirely wooded. In 1856, a small group of settlers found […]

The most interesting aspect of the history of Cologne, Minnesota is the fact that it started as two villages, Benton and Cologne. In the late 1800’s, Benton officially became incorporated, as it had a population of just 100 residents.  In that very same year, Cologne became officially incorporated as a village. This city was named […]

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 […]

After the Mendota Treaty that allowed settlers to move into the Dakota Indian territory, European settlers flooded into the western area of Minnesota, with Hamburg among them. The area was made up of mostly German immigrants, as they began to make the location their new home. However, the city was pretty much non-existent until a […]

Overview of Iconic Homes Lake Minnetonka Lake Minnetonka is one of the most desirable and exciting places to live in the state of Minnesota. With it’s scenic beauty, quiet lakeshores, and dynamic community, the amenities within the community are seemingly endless. While there are many luxurious homes that stand out on the lake’s shores, a […]