50 Interesting & Fun Facts About Minnesota State to Know Visual Story

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50 Interesting & Fun Facts About Minnesota State to Know Visual Story

Not many people know interesting and fun facts about Minnesota state. However, there are many...

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Minnesota Fun Facts

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It was the 32nd state

You can't start any list of interesting facts of Minnesota without mentioning that it was...

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It's also called the "The Land of 10,000 Lakes"

The official Minnesota state nickname you'll find on license plates and tourist information might surprise...

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It's the start of the Mississippi River

The mighty Mississippi River is one of the longest in the country. It served as...

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Bob Dylan was born here

Bob Dylan's music has inspired generations of people. His work has been so impactful that...

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Historic Fort Snelling was a symbol of sovereignty

Historic Fort Snelling is now a landmark in the Saint Paul area, but it wasn't...

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It was the site of the Dakota War

Just a few years after it was granted statehood, Minnesota was the site of one...

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It's home of the Mall of America

One of the most fun facts for Minnesota travelers is that it's the home of...

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Scotch tape was invented here

It's hard to believe there was a time before Scotch tape. The clear adhesive has...

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You can have events at the Wabasha Street Caves

St. Paul is home to one of the most unique event halls in the nation...

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It's also called the "Gopher State"

Minnesota isn't just known for its lakes. It's also unofficially called the "Gopher State." However...

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Pierre Esprit Radisson was one of the first Europeans

In the 1600s, not many settlers made it all the way to Minnesota. That began...

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It's also called the "North Star State"

Minnesota has no shortage of nicknames. It's also known as the "North Star State." It's...

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It has part of the Red River Valley

If you're on the hunt for cool Minnesota facts, you should look into the Red...

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There's one recreational boat per three households

Since Minnesota has thousands of lakes, it's no surprise it's a popular place for recreational...

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Lake Superior reaches the state

Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world and the 2nd largest lake...

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Interesting Facts About Minnesota

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You can find white-tailed deer

The white-tailed deer is one of the most common mammals in the United States, but...

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The Minnesota state fair is the largest in the US

Every summer, you can find hundreds of fairs around the USA. Typically, the largest fairs...

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French explorer Daniel Greysolon settled Duluth

Daniel Greysolon was a French explorer and trader and one of the first Europeans to...

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It was the Minnesota Territory for nearly 10 years

Historical facts about Minnesota can't forget about the state's earliest history as part of the...

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The Minnesota River is almost 12,000 years old

The Minnesota River may not be as well known as some of the country's other...

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First Avenue is one of the oldest venues

The Minnesota River may not be as well known as some of the country's other...

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The Palmer House Hotel was the first with electricity

The Palmer House Hotel is an important landmark in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. Built in 1901...

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Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is a remote forest

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is a massive and remote section of the Superior National...

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Minneapolis isn't the capital

Many people flock to Minneapolis to get a glimpse of the Minnesota State Capitol. However...

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Don't mix up the Twin Cities

Lists of fun facts of Minnesota have to mention the state's Twin Cities. Saint Paul...

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Scary Facts About Minnesota

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Joseph Forepaugh's restaurant is haunted

Joseph Forepaugh's restaurant is now an upscale French restaurant with a little twist. It's supposedly...

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The Mounds Theatre has ghost tours

The Mounds Theatre used to be the entertainment hub in Minnesota's capital. It was once...

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It held the country's largest mass execution

The Dakota War marked a definitive shift in the United States' sovereignty over the Native...

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It's full of haunted places

Minnesota has been the site of many important historic events. From the first people to...

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There's a haunted brewery

Did you know you can find a haunted brewery in Minnesota's capital? Schmidt Brewery was...

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Minnesota History Facts

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The mottos is "L'Étoile du Nord"

If you ever see the official seal, you'll likely run into the Minnesota state motto...

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Sauk Centre was home to a Nobel Prize winner

Sauk Centre is an often underrated Minnesota city. However, though many people today don't even...

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The Minnesota Historical Society has thousands of documents

The Minnesota Historical Society has aimed to preserve the state's history. One of the biggest...

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The flag dates back to the 1890s

In 1898, the state government approved the first design of what would become the Minnesota...

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Minnesota state parks go back centuries

Minnesota's state park system dates back to the 1800s. Itasca Park was the first area...

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Cool Facts About Minnesota

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The common loon is the Minnesota state bird

Minnesota might not have a state mammal, but it does have a state bird. The...

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The Minnesota state flower was picked in 1923

If you're looking for Minnesota facts and information, don't forget about the state flower. The...

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The red pine is the Minnesota state tree

If you look at a list of Minnesota state symbols, you'll notice that it doesn't...

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No water flows into the state

Since Minnesota is known for its lakes, you might be surprised to learn that no...

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It's one of the best states for education

Minnesota might not be home to any famous Ivy League schools, but it's still one...

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Random Facts About Minnesota

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It's one of the healthiest states

Often, when people think of Minnesota, they think of cold weather and expect people who...

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It has the largest network of skyways

If you were unaware, skyways are elevated footbridges that connect different buildings. They get their...

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Eagle Mountain is the highest point

A list of fun Minnesota facts needs to include Eagle Mountain. At 2,301 feet of...

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It has the largest indoor theme park

The Mall of America is big, you already know that. Did you know it's big...

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It has the world's largest pelican

Pelican Rapids, Minnesota may not be the most commonly known city in the state, but...

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Crazy Facts About Minnesota

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Some items don't have sales tax

Sales tax is a normal part of everyday life all over the world. Minnesota has...

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Mystery Cave is the longest in the state

Mystery cave is the focal point of the Mystery Cave State Park which opened in...

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It has some of the oldest rocks in the world

Would you have guessed that some of the earth's oldest rocks are naturally found in...

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It has a large wolf population

An interesting fact about Minnesota is that it has one of the largest wolf populations...

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The Metrodome has held multiple big sports events

The Metrodome is Minneapolis' largest sports stadium. Unlike many stadiums, it was built to serve...

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