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Minatare, Nebraska

mirita'ri
Main Street in Minatare, April 2013
Main Street in Minatare, April 2013
Location of Minatare, Nebraska
Location of Minatare, Nebraska
Country United States
State Nebraska
County Scotts Bluff
Incorporated 1900
Area
 • Total 0.44 sq mi (1.13 km2)
 • Land 0.44 sq mi (1.13 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
3,822 ft (1,165 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 715
 • Density 1,639.91/sq mi (632.71/km2)
Time zone UTC-7 (Mountain (MST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-6 (MDT)
ZIP code
69356
Area code(s) 308
FIPS code 31-32305
GNIS feature ID 2395338
Website http://cityofminatare.com/

Minatare is a city in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States. Its name comes from the Hidatsa word mirita'ri, which means "crosses the water." It is part of the Scottsbluff, Nebraska area. In 2020, the city had a population of 715 people.

History of Minatare

The community was first called "Tabor." It was started in 1887. The name "Minatare" comes from a group of Sioux Indians called "Minnataree." They used to live in this area. The town grew because of farming.

In 1900, the railroad was built. It did not go through Tabor. So, the town moved and changed its name to Minatare. The word "Minnataree" means "clear water" in an Indian language. The community officially became a city in 1900.

Geography of Minatare

Minatare is a small city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.44 square miles (1.13 square kilometers). All of this area is land.

Population and People

Historical population
Census Pop.
1910 338
1920 660 95.3%
1930 1,079 63.5%
1940 1,125 4.3%
1950 890 −20.9%
1960 894 0.4%
1970 939 5.0%
1980 969 3.2%
1990 807 −16.7%
2000 810 0.4%
2010 816 0.7%
2020 715 −12.4%
U.S. Decennial Census

In 2010, there were 816 people living in Minatare. There were 309 households. About 35% of these households had children under 18 living with them. The average age of people in the city was 36 years old.

Fun Events and Places

Annual Events

Minatare has an annual event called Tabor Days. It happens every August. This event includes a 5k run/walk, a parade, games, and a craft fair. It is a fun time for everyone.

Local Attractions

Minatare, NE on August 21, 2017 (3)
Minatare, NE at 11:49:36am, during solar eclipse totality on 08-21-17

The Lake Minatare State Recreation Area is a large park. It covers almost 3,000 acres. This area includes the Lake Minatare Lighthouse. It also has a special place for waterfowl, which are birds like ducks and geese. The lake is a main part of the North Platte National Wildlife Refuge.

On August 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse happened. It passed right over Minatare. Many visitors came to the town to see this amazing event.

Schools in Minatare

Minatare has its own school district called Minatare Public Schools. The district has two schools:

  • Minatare Elementary School
  • Minatare High School

Famous People

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