Mankato, County seat in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, US
Mankato extends across three counties - Blue Earth, Nicollet, and Le Sueur - at the convergence of Minnesota River and Blue Earth River.
The settlement became Mankato Township in February 1852, receiving formal organization on May 11, 1858, when Minnesota achieved statehood status.
The Blue Earth County Historical Society maintains records and artifacts, while the Hubbard House represents 19th-century architectural heritage in the region.
The city connects through U.S. Routes 14 and 169, plus Minnesota State Highways 22 and 60, providing access to Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area.
The name Mankato resulted from a typing error of the intended Dakota term Mahkato, which became permanent in official documentation.
GPS coordinates: 39.78692,-98.20934
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:49
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