Fergus Falls, County seat at Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States.
The Otter Tail River flows through Fergus Falls, dropping 70 feet in elevation along a three-mile stretch with numerous rapids over glacial boulders.
The city received its name from James Fergus, a Scottish immigrant who arrived in America at nineteen, and was officially incorporated as a village in 1872.
The A Center for the Arts, originally established as The Orpheum Theater in 1921, presents theatrical productions and performances by regional artists.
Lake Region Healthcare stands as the primary employer in Fergus Falls, contributing to the economic shift from agriculture to healthcare and manufacturing sectors.
Two significant tornadoes struck Fergus Falls in the early 1900s, with the 1919 event destroying every church except the Baptist congregation building.
Location: Otter Tail County
Website: https://fergusfallsmn.gov
GPS coordinates: 46.28301,-96.07756
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:13
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