Lac qui Parle County, County seat in southwestern Minnesota, United States.
Description
Lac qui Parle County spans rolling hills and steep bluffs, with the Minnesota River forming its northeast border and creating a varied landscape. Several small towns including Madison, Canby, and Dawson serve as regional centers throughout the area.
History
The territory was officially established in 1871, taking its name from French and Dakota roots reflecting early settlement patterns. Agricultural communities developed here, building on the natural landscape and water resources.
Culture
The county's name comes from French words meaning 'lake that speaks', reflecting the local heritage and connection to the Dakota people. People here live with this bilingual history present in place names and local identity.
Practical
The courthouse in Madison serves as the central hub for county services, handling property records and public documents. Most services are accessible during standard business hours, and the facilities are fairly straightforward to navigate.
Did you know?
Salt Lake at the county's western edge is Minnesota's only alkaline lake and serves as a key stopover for migrating birds during spring and fall. This unusual water chemistry and specialized habitat make it a notable place quite different from other lakes in the region.
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Andrew John Volstead House
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Lac qui Parle State Park
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Big Stone Lake State Park
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Lac qui Parle Mission
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Camp Release State Monument
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Big Stone National Wildlife Refuge
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First Congregational Church of Milbank
43.2 km
Swift County Courthouse
57.5 km
Church of St. Francis Xavier
57.8 km
Gethsemane Episcopal Church
25.7 km
Swedish Lutheran Church of Strandburg
47 km
Lund–Hoel House
33 km
Big Stone County Courthouse
39.7 km
Christ Episcopal Church
57.6 km
Appleton City Hall
25.6 km
Brown Earth Presbyterian Church
48.5 km
Madison Carnegie Library
1.7 km
Dawson Bank Museum
12.6 km
Canby Commercial Historic District
33.3 km
Fagen Fighters WWII Museum
56.3 km
Grant County Courthouse
43.2 km
First State Bank Building
30.9 km
Milan Bridge
19.1 km
Lac Qui Parle County Courthouse
2 km
Lou T. Fisk
1.6 km
Lake Cochrane State Recreation Area
39.6 km
Lac qui Parle State Park WPA/Rustic Style Historic District
23.1 km
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