Gotha, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in Minnesota
Gotha
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Carver |
| Township | Benton Township and Hancock Township |
| Elevation | 965 ft (294 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 952 |
| GNIS feature ID | 654729 |
Gotha is a small, quiet community in Carver County, Minnesota, in the United States. It's not a city or a town with its own government. Instead, it's an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and perhaps a few businesses that are part of a larger township, not a separate city. Gotha sits right on the border between Benton and Hancock Townships.
A Look Back: Gotha's History
Gotha got its name from a city called Gotha in Germany. Many early settlers in this area came from Germany. They often named new places after their hometowns.
A special building called a post office was opened in Gotha in 1884. This was a very important place. People could send and receive letters and packages there. It helped the community stay connected. However, the post office closed its doors in 1902. This might have happened because mail delivery methods changed. Or perhaps the community became smaller over time.
Where is Gotha Located?
Gotha is easy to find on a map of Carver County. It is located about four miles south of a town called Cologne. You can find Gotha where two county roads meet. These are Carver County Road 50 and Carver County Road 53. This crossroads location makes it a recognizable spot in the area.
