Donnelly, Minnesota facts for kids
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Donnelly
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Donnelly Community Hall & City Offices
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Location of Donnelly, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Stevens |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.11 sq mi (8.05 km2) |
| • Land | 2.78 sq mi (7.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.32 sq mi (0.84 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,129 ft (344 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 221 |
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216 |
| • Density | 79.38/sq mi (30.65/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56235
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| Area code(s) | 320 |
| FIPS code | 27-16084 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394546 |
Donnelly is a small city located in Stevens County, Minnesota, United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 221 people. It is a quiet community in the heart of Minnesota.
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Discovering Donnelly's Past
Donnelly was first established in 1872. It was originally known by a different name: Douglas. The city was later renamed Donnelly to honor Ignatius L. Donnelly. He was a well-known politician who served as a U.S. Congressman from Minnesota.
A post office has been operating in Donnelly since 1876. This shows how long the community has been an important place for its residents.
The Annual Threshing Bee
One of the most exciting events in Donnelly is the annual Donnelly Threshing Bee. This special event first started in 1965. It celebrates the history of farming and how crops were harvested in the past. People come together to see old farm equipment and learn about traditional farming methods.
Donnelly's Location and Landscape
Donnelly is located in a beautiful part of Minnesota. The city covers a total area of about 3.08 square miles (7.98 km2). Most of this area is land, which is about 2.76 square miles (7.15 km2). The rest, about 0.32 square miles (0.83 km2), is water.
Minnesota State Highway 9 is an important road that runs through Donnelly. This highway helps connect the city to other towns and areas nearby.
Population Changes in Donnelly
The population of Donnelly has changed over many years. Like many small towns, its number of residents has gone up and down. Here is a look at how the population has changed over time:
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| 1900 | 164 | — | |
| 1910 | 276 | 68.3% | |
| 1920 | 354 | 28.3% | |
| 1930 | 309 | −12.7% | |
| 1940 | 370 | 19.7% | |
| 1950 | 396 | 7.0% | |
| 1960 | 358 | −9.6% | |
| 1970 | 252 | −29.6% | |
| 1980 | 317 | 25.8% | |
| 1990 | 221 | −30.3% | |
| 2000 | 254 | 14.9% | |
| 2010 | 241 | −5.1% | |
| 2020 | 221 | −8.3% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 216 | −10.4% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, the census counted 241 people living in Donnelly. There were 113 households in the city. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Most of the people living in Donnelly were White.
The census also showed that the average age of people in Donnelly was about 50 years old. This means that many older adults live in the city. About 18% of the residents were under 18 years old.
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Donnelly Community Hall & City Offices
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Location of Donnelly, Minnesota
See also
In Spanish: Donnelly (Minnesota) para niños
