Butterfield, Minnesota facts for kids
Butterfield is a small city in Watonwan County, Minnesota, United States. It's a friendly place with a population of 601 people, according to the 2020 census.
Quick facts for kids
Butterfield
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"Home Of The Butterfield Steam And Gas Engine Show"
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Location of Butterfield, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Watonwan |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor – Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.41 sq mi (1.05 km2) |
| • Land | 0.41 sq mi (1.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,188 ft (362 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 601 |
| • Density | 1,483.95/sq mi (572.46/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56120
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| Area code(s) | 507 |
| FIPS code | 27-08992 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393484 |
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History of Butterfield
Butterfield was first planned out in 1872. This means its streets and lots were drawn on a map. It grew because a railroad came through the area. The city officially became a town on April 5, 1885. It was named after William Butterfield, who originally owned the land where the city was built.
Geography of Butterfield
Butterfield covers a total area of about 0.45 square miles (1.05 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population of Butterfield
The number of people living in Butterfield has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 332 | — | |
| 1910 | 377 | 13.6% | |
| 1920 | 404 | 7.2% | |
| 1930 | 412 | 2.0% | |
| 1940 | 511 | 24.0% | |
| 1950 | 529 | 3.5% | |
| 1960 | 601 | 13.6% | |
| 1970 | 619 | 3.0% | |
| 1980 | 634 | 2.4% | |
| 1990 | 509 | −19.7% | |
| 2000 | 564 | 10.8% | |
| 2010 | 586 | 3.9% | |
| 2020 | 601 | 2.6% | |
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Fun Events and Culture
Butterfield Steam and Gas Engine Show
One of the most exciting things in Butterfield is the annual Steam and Gas Engine Show. This event happens every year on the third full weekend in August. It first started in 1967. About 15,000 people come to visit this show each year! It's a great chance to see old engines and learn about history.
Getting Around Butterfield
Transportation
Minnesota State Highway 60 is the main road that runs through Butterfield. It helps people travel to and from the city.
There are also railroad tracks nearby. The Union Pacific Railroad has two lines, called the Worthington Subdivision and Fairmont Subdivision. These lines meet just east of the city.
Famous People from Butterfield
Some notable people have connections to Butterfield:
- Herman Becker Fast (1887–1938) was a politician and businessman. He lived in Butterfield and served in the Minnesota state legislature.
- Bruce Laingen (1922–2019) was a United States diplomat. He was born in Butterfield.
See also
In Spanish: Butterfield (Minnesota) para niños
