Chanhassen, Minnesota facts for kids
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 Chanhassen, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Chanhassen, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Carver, Hennepin |
| Settled | June 1852 |
| Organized | May 11, 1858 |
| Incorporated as a village | April 25, 1896 |
| Incorporated as a city | May 8, 1967 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 22.80 sq mi (59.06 km2) |
| • Land | 20.36 sq mi (52.73 km2) |
| • Water | 2.44 sq mi (6.33 km2) |
| Elevation | 974 ft (295 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 25,947 |
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26,224 |
| • Density | 1,274.35/sq mi (492.04/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55317
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| Area code | 952 |
| FIPS code | 27-10918 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393799 |
Chanhassen is a city in Minnesota, located about 16 miles (26 km) southwest of Minneapolis. Most of the city is in Carver County, but a small part is in Hennepin County. It's a mix of suburban homes and rural areas. In 2020, about 25,947 people lived there.
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History of Chanhassen
The name Chanhassen comes from the Dakota language. The word chanhasen means "sugar-maple tree." The city of Chanhassen joined with Chanhassen Township in 1967. This merger brought the population up to 4,200 people.
Geography of Chanhassen
Chanhassen covers about 22.88 square miles (59.06 sq km). Most of this area is land, and a smaller part is water. Even though Chanhassen is mainly in Carver County, a small section reaches into Hennepin County.
You can get to Chanhassen using major roads like U.S. Highway 212 and Minnesota State Highways 5 and 41.
Population and People in Chanhassen
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 175 | — | |
| 1910 | 164 | −6.3% | |
| 1920 | 129 | −21.3% | |
| 1930 | 128 | −0.8% | |
| 1940 | 132 | 3.1% | |
| 1950 | 182 | 37.9% | |
| 1960 | 244 | 34.1% | |
| 1970 | 4,879 | 1,899.6% | |
| 1980 | 6,359 | 30.3% | |
| 1990 | 11,732 | 84.5% | |
| 2000 | 20,321 | 73.2% | |
| 2010 | 22,952 | 12.9% | |
| 2020 | 25,947 | 13.0% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 26,224 | 14.3% | |
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In 2010, Chanhassen had 22,952 people living in 8,352 households. Most people (92.5%) were White. There were also people of African American, Native American, and Asian backgrounds. About 2.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (42.5%) had children under 18 living with them. Most families were married couples living together. The average household had 2.75 people.
Economy and Jobs in Chanhassen
Many companies have their main offices in Chanhassen. Some well-known companies include AmericInn, Bongards Creameries, Life Time Fitness, and Snap Fitness. Supervalu also has an office here.
Top Employers in Chanhassen
Here are some of the biggest employers in Chanhassen:
| # | Employer | # of Employees |
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| 1 | Life Time Fitness | 1,171 |
| 2 | Instant Web Companies | 718 |
| 3 | The Bernard Group | 686 |
| 4 | Rosemount Inc. | 550 |
| 5 | Eastern Carver County Schools | 464 |
| 6 | Chanhassen Dinner Theatres | 350 |
| 7 | General Mills | 344 |
| 8 | RR Donnelley | 275 |
| 9 | Target | 225 |
| 10 | Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | 192 |
Arts and Culture in Chanhassen
Chanhassen has several popular attractions that people from all over the state and even the country visit.
Places to Visit in Chanhassen
- Minnesota Landscape Arboretum: A large garden and research center.
- Paisley Park: The famous studios and home of musician Prince.
- Chanhassen Dinner Theatres: A place where you can eat dinner and watch a play.
- Eckankar Spiritual Campus and the Temple of Eck: A spiritual center.
- US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Twin Cities National Weather Service Forecast Office - MPX: Where weather forecasts for the area are made.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
The Chanhassen Dinner Theatres is the biggest professional dinner theater in the country. It is also the largest privately owned restaurant in Minnesota. Since 1968, they have put on over 200 plays for more than ten million visitors.
Sports in Chanhassen
The Chanhassen Athletic Association offers many sports programs for young people. These include baseball, softball, basketball, and soccer.
Chanhassen is also home to the Chanhassen Red Birds, an amateur baseball team. They were the Class B State Champions in 2018.
Parks and Recreation in Chanhassen
Chanhassen really cares about its parks, open spaces, trails, and fun activities.
Beaches in Chanhassen
The city has five public beaches where you can swim and relax:
- Lake Ann Beach (Lake Ann)
- Greenwood Shores Beach (Lake Ann)
- Minnewashta Regional Park (Lake Minnewashta)
- Roundhouse Park Beach (Lake Minnewashta)
- Carver Beach (Lotus Lake)
Trails for Exploring Chanhassen
Chanhassen is proud of its large system of trails. The city has built and takes care of 70 miles of trails. Many of these trails are in beautiful natural areas.
Chanhassen Skate Park
The Chanhassen Skate Park opened in September 1999. You can find it between City Hall and the downtown fire station. It has many features for skateboarding, like a wedge, quarter pipe, half pipe, and grind rails.
Fishing in Chanhassen Lakes
Many lakes in Chanhassen are great for fishing all year round. You can fish during warm months or go ice fishing when the lakes freeze. Both Lake Minnewashta and Lake Ann have large northern pike, which are a fun challenge for anglers.
Education in Chanhassen
Students in Chanhassen attend schools in two different school districts. Most of the city is in District 112 (Eastern Carver County School District). Students from this district usually go to Chanhassen High School, Pioneer Ridge Middle School, Chanhassen Elementary, and Bluff Creek Elementary.
Some northern parts of Chanhassen are in District 276 (Minnetonka School District). Students there often attend Minnetonka High School, Minnetonka Middle School West, Clear Springs Elementary, and Excelsior Elementary. Families can also choose for their children to attend public schools in other districts.
There are also private schools in downtown Chanhassen, like Chapel Hill Academy and St. Hubert Catholic School.
Media in Chanhassen
The Chanhassen Villager used to be the city's official weekly newspaper. However, it stopped publishing its final edition on April 25, 2024.
Famous People from Chanhassen
Many notable people have lived in or are from Chanhassen:
- Jared Allen: A former football player for the Minnesota Vikings.
- Stu Bickel: An NHL hockey player.
- Julia Coleman: A politician in the Minnesota Senate.
- Tony Denman: An actor who grew up in Chanhassen.
- James Denton: An actor.
- Verne Gagne: A professional wrestler and promoter.
- Dave Huffman: A former NFL player for the Minnesota Vikings.
- Kris Humphries: An NBA basketball player.
- Jim Lord: A former Minnesota State Treasurer.
- Miles Lord: A judge.
- Tim Mattran: An NFL football player who grew up in Chanhassen.
- John L. Nelson: A jazz musician and father of the famous musician Prince.
- Erik Paulsen: A former representative in the U.S. House of Representatives.
- Prince: The famous singer and musician, who owned Paisley Park in Chanhassen.
- Frank Ragnow: A professional football player for the Detroit Lions.
- Lucy Rehm: A politician in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
- Debbie Turner: An actress.
Images for kids
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The Temple of Eck on the Eckankar Spiritual Campus
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Prince's Paisley Park studios complex
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Looking west on
CSAH 61
See also
In Spanish: Chanhassen (Minnesota) para niños
