Bergen, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bergen
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 Bergen
Location in Minnesota
Bergen
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Jackson |
| Township | Christiania |
| Elevation | 1,391 ft (424 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 639958 |
Bergen is a small, unincorporated community in Jackson County, Minnesota. It is located within Christiania Township. An unincorporated community means it's a place with a shared identity but no official local government like a city or town.
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About Bergen
Bergen is found in the state of Minnesota, which is in the United States. It's a quiet place with a few houses.
What Was Here?
Over the years, Bergen has seen different businesses come and go.
- There was once a general store, but it closed in the 1970s.
- A feed and seed store also closed around the same time.
- A gas station stopped operating in the late 1960s.
- The community had a one-room schoolhouse. This building later became the Christiania Town Hall before it was recently taken down.
Still Open Today
Even though some businesses have closed, Bergen still has a few active spots:
- Bergen Meats is a meat locker that is still open.
- A former bar has been turned into a nice steak house.
Who Represents Bergen?
People living in Bergen are part of the larger political system of Minnesota and the United States.
National Representation
At the national level, Bergen is in Minnesota's 1st congressional district. This district is represented by Brad Finstad, who is a Republican. He works in the U.S. Congress to represent the people of his district.
State Representation
At the state level, Bergen is part of Senate District 21. This district is represented by Bill Weber, a Republican in the Minnesota Senate. It is also in House District 22B, represented by Rod Hamilton, who is also a Republican in the Minnesota House of Representatives. These representatives work on laws and issues that affect people across Minnesota.
