Cedar, Minnesota facts for kids
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Cedar, Minnesota
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 Cedar, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Anoka County |
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55011
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| Area code(s) | 763 |
| GNIS feature ID | 640984 |
Cedar is a neighborhood located in the city of Oak Grove, which is in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States. It officially became part of Oak Grove in 1993. Even though it's now part of a larger city, Cedar still feels like its own special place, and you can often see signs marking its location.
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Discovering Cedar, Minnesota
Cedar is a small community that is part of the larger city of Oak Grove. It's found along Cedar Drive, which is just south of a bigger road called Viking Boulevard (also known as Anoka County 22). A small stream, Cedar Creek, flows nearby, adding to the natural beauty of the area. Another nearby city is East Bethel.
A Look Back: Cedar's History
Cedar has an interesting past, even though it's now part of Oak Grove. For many years, it was a distinct community with its own identity.
From Snapp to Cedar: A Name Change
Did you know Cedar wasn't always called Cedar? When it first got its own post office in 1899, it was named Snapp. But just one year later, in 1900, the name was changed to Cedar, which it has been ever since.
Past Businesses in Cedar
In the past, Cedar was home to a few local businesses. One of these was a cheese factory, which is still standing today. There was also a station for the Great Northern Railway. This railway was very important for transporting goods and people across the country. Even though the railway station is no longer active, it's a reminder of Cedar's history as a small hub.
