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Introduction
Not many people know interesting and fun facts about Minnesota state. However, there are many...
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You can't start any list of interesting facts of Minnesota without mentioning that it was...
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The official Minnesota state nickname you'll find on license plates and tourist information might surprise...
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The mighty Mississippi River is one of the longest in the country. It served as...
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Bob Dylan's music has inspired generations of people. His work has been so impactful that...
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Historic Fort Snelling is now a landmark in the Saint Paul area, but it wasn't...
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Just a few years after it was granted statehood, Minnesota was the site of one...
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One of the most fun facts for Minnesota travelers is that it's the home of...
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It's hard to believe there was a time before Scotch tape. The clear adhesive has...
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St. Paul is home to one of the most unique event halls in the nation...
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Minnesota isn't just known for its lakes. It's also unofficially called the "Gopher State." However...
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In the 1600s, not many settlers made it all the way to Minnesota. That began...
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Minnesota has no shortage of nicknames. It's also known as the "North Star State." It's...
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If you're on the hunt for cool Minnesota facts, you should look into the Red...
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Since Minnesota has thousands of lakes, it's no surprise it's a popular place for recreational...
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Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world and the 2nd largest lake...
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The white-tailed deer is one of the most common mammals in the United States, but...
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Every summer, you can find hundreds of fairs around the USA. Typically, the largest fairs...
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Daniel Greysolon was a French explorer and trader and one of the first Europeans to...
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Historical facts about Minnesota can't forget about the state's earliest history as part of the...
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The Minnesota River may not be as well known as some of the country's other...
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The Minnesota River may not be as well known as some of the country's other...
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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 massive and remote section of the Superior National...
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Many people flock to Minneapolis to get a glimpse of the Minnesota State Capitol. However...
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Lists of fun facts of Minnesota have to mention the state's Twin Cities. Saint Paul...
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Joseph Forepaugh's restaurant is now an upscale French restaurant with a little twist. It's supposedly...
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The Mounds Theatre used to be the entertainment hub in Minnesota's capital. It was once...
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The Dakota War marked a definitive shift in the United States' sovereignty over the Native...
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Minnesota has been the site of many important historic events. From the first people to...
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Did you know you can find a haunted brewery in Minnesota's capital? Schmidt Brewery was...
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If you ever see the official seal, you'll likely run into the Minnesota state motto...
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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 aimed to preserve the state's history. One of the biggest...
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In 1898, the state government approved the first design of what would become the Minnesota...
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Minnesota's state park system dates back to the 1800s. Itasca Park was the first area...
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Minnesota might not have a state mammal, but it does have a state bird. The...
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If you're looking for Minnesota facts and information, don't forget about the state flower. The...
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If you look at a list of Minnesota state symbols, you'll notice that it doesn't...
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Since Minnesota is known for its lakes, you might be surprised to learn that no...
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Minnesota might not be home to any famous Ivy League schools, but it's still one...
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Often, when people think of Minnesota, they think of cold weather and expect people who...
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If you were unaware, skyways are elevated footbridges that connect different buildings. They get their...
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A list of fun Minnesota facts needs to include Eagle Mountain. At 2,301 feet of...
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The Mall of America is big, you already know that. Did you know it's big...
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Pelican Rapids, Minnesota may not be the most commonly known city in the state, but...
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Sales tax is a normal part of everyday life all over the world. Minnesota has...
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Mystery cave is the focal point of the Mystery Cave State Park which opened in...
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Would you have guessed that some of the earth's oldest rocks are naturally found in...
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An interesting fact about Minnesota is that it has one of the largest wolf populations...
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The Metrodome is Minneapolis' largest sports stadium. Unlike many stadiums, it was built to serve...
Conclusion
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