Stillwater, Minnesota
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Stillwater is a dynamic and historic community nestled into the bluffs of the St. Croix River, one of America's protected Wild and Scenic Waterways. The town was founded by settlers drawn by the area's then-abundant lumber and river traffic, making it one of Minnesota's oldest towns, predating Minneapolis by several years. Stillwater was officially incorporated as a city March 4, 1854. Stillwater is often referred to as the birthplace of Minnesota. In 1848, a territorial convention that began the process of establishing Minnesota as a state was held in Stillwater at the corner of Myrtle and Main Streets. Minnesota officially became a territory in 1849 and became a state in 1858. Today, Stillwater is known for its rich historical structures and sites. | Stillwater is a dynamic and historic community nestled into the bluffs of the St. Croix River, one of America's protected Wild and Scenic Waterways. The town was founded by settlers drawn by the area's then-abundant lumber and river traffic, making it one of Minnesota's oldest towns, predating Minneapolis by several years. Stillwater was officially incorporated as a city March 4, 1854. Stillwater is often referred to as the birthplace of Minnesota. In 1848, a territorial convention that began the process of establishing Minnesota as a state was held in Stillwater at the corner of Myrtle and Main Streets. Minnesota officially became a territory in 1849 and became a state in 1858. Today, Stillwater is known for its rich historical structures and sites. | ||
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| State | Minnesota |
| County- State/province: | Washington County, Minnesota |
| Year founded | 1843 |
| Year Incorporated | 1854 |
| Country: | United States |
| Population | 18,112 |
| Official web site: | http://www.ci.stillwater.mn.us |
Stillwater is a dynamic and historic community nestled into the bluffs of the St. Croix River, one of America's protected Wild and Scenic Waterways. The town was founded by settlers drawn by the area's then-abundant lumber and river traffic, making it one of Minnesota's oldest towns, predating Minneapolis by several years. Stillwater was officially incorporated as a city March 4, 1854. Stillwater is often referred to as the birthplace of Minnesota. In 1848, a territorial convention that began the process of establishing Minnesota as a state was held in Stillwater at the corner of Myrtle and Main Streets. Minnesota officially became a territory in 1849 and became a state in 1858. Today, Stillwater is known for its rich historical structures and sites.
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Photo Gallery
 Boats at Stillwater on the Saint Croix River |
Buildings in Stillwater, Minnesota
Structures in Stillwater, Minnesota
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| Stillwater Lift Bridge, St. Croix River, Stillwater, Minnesota and Houlton, Wisconsin |
Sites in Stillwater, Minnesota
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| Stillwater State Prison, Stillwater, Minnesota |
Tours in Stillwater, Minnesota
