Lawler, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lawler
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 Lawler
Location in Minnesota
Lawler
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Aitkin |
| Township | Salo Township |
| Elevation | 1,316 ft (401 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55760
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 646531 |
Lawler is a small, unincorporated community. It is located in Salo Township, which is part of Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States.
Where is Lawler?
Lawler is found in the east-central part of Aitkin County. It's close to where several county roads meet, like Aitkin County Roads 13, 16, and 27. You can also find Kestrel Avenue nearby.
Other towns close to Lawler include McGregor, Tamarack, and Kettle River. A small stream called Wakefield Brook also flows nearby.
A Look at Lawler's Past
Lawler has an interesting history as a small community. It once had its own post office, which served the area for many years. The post office was open from 1909 until 1964.
The community was also a stop on the Soo Line train route. This meant trains would come through, connecting Lawler to other places. There was a Co-Op store that provided groceries and supplies to local families. Charlie and Billy Spicola started and ran a general store and gas station.
Farmers in the area could take their milk to a creamery in Lawler. This creamery processed milk into other dairy products. For fun, people would go to dances at the Pavilion on weekends. There was also a tavern, which is still open today.
Lawler had an elementary school for younger students. It taught grades 1 through 8. After finishing there, students would go to MacGregor High for their higher education. The Pentecostal Church in Lawler was led by Reverend Matson for many years.
