Arcola, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Arcola
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 Arcola, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Arcola, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Washington County |
| Township | May Township |
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55082
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| Area code(s) | 651 |
| GNIS feature ID | 654572 |
Arcola is a small, quiet community located in May Township, within Washington County, Minnesota, United States. It is an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger township.
Arcola is found in the southeast part of May Township. It sits right along State Highway 95 (MN 95). The northeast part of Stillwater Township is also very close by. You can find other towns like Stillwater and Marine on St. Croix nearby.
Discovering Arcola's History
Arcola was first settled a long time ago, around the year 1847. This makes it one of the older communities in the area.
The Historic Mower House and Mill
The community of Arcola grew up around an important historical site. This site is known as the John and Martin Mower House and Arcola Mill Site. It's a very special place because it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's recognized by the United States government as a place worth preserving due to its historical importance.
Early Population Figures
In 1880, the United States Census counted the number of people living in Arcola.
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| 1880 | 24 | — | |
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At that time, only 24 people lived in Arcola. This shows it was a very small settlement in its early days.
