Browerville, Minnesota facts for kids
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Browerville
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Main Street looking towards Christ the King Catholic Church
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Location of Browerville, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Todd |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.09 sq mi (2.82 km2) |
| • Land | 1.09 sq mi (2.82 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,270 ft (390 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 839 |
| • Density | 770.43/sq mi (297.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56438
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| Area code(s) | 320 |
| FIPS code | 27-08110 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393436 |
| Website | http://www.browerville.govoffice.com/ |
Browerville is a small city located in Todd County, Minnesota. It's a friendly place with a population of 839 people, according to the 2020 census. This makes it a close-knit community where many people know each other.
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History of Browerville
Browerville was officially planned in 1882. It was named after Jacob V. Brower, an important person who lived from 1844 to 1905. He was known for protecting nature and helped create Itasca State Park and the state park system in Minnesota. Browerville became an official city in 1884.
Historic Buildings in Browerville
Two special buildings in Browerville are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites.
- The Kahlert Mercantile Store was built in 1883.
- The Church of St. Joseph was finished in 1909.
Early Communities in Browerville
Many early settlers in Browerville came from Irish, German, and Polish backgrounds. In the early 1900s, a farming community of Rusyn people also settled here. They were immigrants who moved west from industrial cities in Pennsylvania.
Geography of Browerville
Browerville covers an area of about 1.06 square miles (2.82 square kilometers), and all of it is land. The Long Prairie River flows close to the eastern edge of the city. Eagle and Harris Creeks also join the river nearby.
How to Get to Browerville
Browerville is located along U.S. Highway 71. You can also reach it using County Roads 14 and 21.
Population of Browerville
Browerville has seen its population change over the years.
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| 1890 | 86 | — | |
| 1900 | 466 | 441.9% | |
| 1910 | 633 | 35.8% | |
| 1920 | 681 | 7.6% | |
| 1930 | 709 | 4.1% | |
| 1940 | 786 | 10.9% | |
| 1950 | 735 | −6.5% | |
| 1960 | 744 | 1.2% | |
| 1970 | 665 | −10.6% | |
| 1980 | 693 | 4.2% | |
| 1990 | 782 | 12.8% | |
| 2000 | 735 | −6.0% | |
| 2010 | 790 | 7.5% | |
| 2020 | 839 | 6.2% | |
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Browerville in 2010
In 2010, there were 790 people living in Browerville. About 31.6% of households had children under 18. The average age of people in the city was 37.8 years old.
Education in Browerville
Browerville offers good educational opportunities for its young residents.
Public Schools in Browerville
Browerville Public Schools are part of the Browerville Public School District. The elementary and high schools are connected in one building. Class sizes are usually between 40 and 55 students.
Browerville School Sports
The school's sports teams are called the Tigers. They offer many sports throughout the year:
- Fall: Football and volleyball.
- Winter: Boys basketball, girls basketball, and wrestling.
- Spring: Softball, baseball, boys and girls golf, and boys and girls track.
- Cheerleading is also offered in both fall and winter.
The school also has an outdoor swimming pool and offers summer swimming programs.
Private Schools in Browerville
Christ the King Catholic Church runs a private school for students from kindergarten to 6th grade. This school was formed by combining two older Catholic churches in Browerville: St. Joseph (Polish) and St. Peter (German).
Art in Browerville
Christ the King Catholic Church is home to two sculptures by a famous artist. These pieces are called Christ Prays in Gethsemane and Comforting Angel. Both were created by Joseph Kiselewski in 1932 and can be seen in front of the church.
Joseph Kiselewski's Art
Joseph Kiselewski was born in Browerville in 1901. He became a well-known sculptor. You can see some of his smaller sculptures and a photo display at the American Heritage Bank in Browerville.
Notable People from Browerville
Browerville has been home to some talented individuals:
- Joseph Kiselewski: A famous sculptor who was born and later retired in Browerville.
- LaVyrle Spencer: A best-selling author known for her contemporary and historical romance novels. She was born in Browerville.
Gallery
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Browerville Municipal Liquor Store
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Post Office
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City Hall
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Main Street, looking west
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Building at Main and 6th Streets, looking northwest
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Main Street between 5th and 6th Streets, looking southwest
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Main Street at 6th Street looking north
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Christ the King Catholic Church
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