American History Landmarks in Minnesota

ContentsHampton American History Landmarks in MinnesotaInteresting Items Related to MN HistoryPage Citations and Related ArticlesHampton American History Landmarks in Minnesota Discover some of the more interesting American history landmarks in the state of Minnesota, such as the Hinckley Fire Museum, the Mayowood Mansion, and Historic Fort Snelling. Source: Hampton Source URL: http://www.hamptonlandmarks.com If...

Population of Minnesota

ContentsPopulation Statistics for MinnesotaSuggested Reading on MinnesotaPopulation Statistics for Minnesota Below you will find the population statistics for the state of Minnesota from the US Census Bureau. The data comes directly from their site, and is updated regularly. If you can see this, your browser does not understand IFRAME. However, we’ll still link you to the file. Source: US Census...

Minnesota Precipitation Map

Wondering what the rainfall is like in Minnesota? This excellent precipitation map shows you the average rainfall throughout the state in a visual way. One picture is definitely worth a thousand words! This precipitation map shows the amount of rainfall the state of MInnesota receives. Download the map as a PDF file.     Cite this… (new...

National Parks of Minnesota

ContentsNational Parks of MinnesotaInteractive Map of the Minnesota National ParksNational Parks of Minnesota Grand Portage National Monument, Mississippi National River & Recreation Area, Pipestone National Monument, Voyageurs National Park     Interactive Map of the Minnesota National Parks Note: To return to the front page map, simply refresh this page. The map may take a moment to load. If you...

Minnesota State Animals

ContentsMinnesota State BirdMinnesota State ButterflyMinnesota State Fish Minnesota State Bird This page has all sorts of fun information on the common loon, Minnesota’s state bird For instance, did you know that unlike most birds, which have light or hollow bones, the loon has solid bones? Find out more here including how fast they fly, and why it takes them a running start of at least 100 feet to get...

Minnesota State Quarters Worksheet

Contents Minnesota State Quarters WorksheetDownload the Minnesota State Quarters WorksheetTake a look at Minnesota’s state quarter, then try designing your own version. Choose from among the many historic events, natural wonders, monuments, and other symbols of Minnesota when choosing the theme for your design. Add the finished page to your state report project.     Minnesota State Quarters...

Minnesota State Song

“Hail Minnesota” was adopted as the Minnesota state song in 1945 by Minnesota Laws 1945 Joint Resolution Number 15. Written originally in 1904, “Hail Minnesota” was a song in a University of Minnesota play, “The Apple of Discord.” The music and first verse were written by Truman Rickard; the second verse was written by Arthur Upson. “Hail Minnesota” was used as the alma mater for the University of...

Minnesota State Soil

ContentsDownload the Minnesota State Soil ProfileThe State Soil of Minnesota is the Lester Soil Series Lester soils are well drained and formed in loamy, calcareous glacial till on ground moraines. Lester soils are in 17 different counties in south-central Minnesota. They are of moderate extent and total over 600,000 acres. These soils formed under woody vegetation that has been removed in most areas for...

Minnesota Botanical and Garden Symbols

ContentsMinnesota State Flower, State Grain, & State TreeMinnesota State Flower Minnesota State Flower (Simple)Minnesota State Flower (Scientific)Minnesota State Flower (Showy Lady’s Slipper)Minnesota State GrainMinnesota State TreeMinnesota State Tree (Scientific)Minnesota State Tree (Red Pine)Minnesota State Flower, State Grain, & State Tree Minnesota State Flower This fun page has all sorts of...

Minnesota Geological and Archaeological Symbols

Minnesota State SymbolsThis page has information on the adoption of lake superior agate as the state gemstone, including which other gemstones went up for consideration. It also explains the geological history of this stone, and how it differs from other agate varieties.Source: Minnesota State Department of Resources Minnesota State SymbolsThis is the home page of the Lake Superior Agate Museum. Yes, a whole...