Brown County, County in southern Minnesota, United States.
Brown County encompasses agricultural lands and rolling prairies across 618 square miles between the Minnesota and Cottonwood Rivers at 44.23°N latitude.
The county received its official establishment on February 20, 1855, during Minnesota's territorial period before achieving statehood in 1858.
New Ulm, the county seat, maintains strong German traditions through architecture, festivals, and community organizations representing early settlement patterns.
The county administration provides services to residents from the courthouse in New Ulm, including property records, permits, and vehicle registration.
The Minnesota River forms the entire northeastern border of Brown County, creating natural boundaries and supporting local agriculture through its fertile valley.
Location: Minnesota
Inception: February 20, 1855
Capital city: New Ulm
Shares border with: Nicollet County, Watonwan County, Renville County, Redwood County, Cottonwood County, Blue Earth County
Website: http://co.brown.mn.us
GPS coordinates: 44.23000,-94.72000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:40
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