Minden, Nebraska facts for kids
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Minden, Nebraska
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West side of North Colorado Ave (2017)
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Location with Kearney County and Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Kearney |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.20 sq mi (5.71 km2) |
| • Land | 2.20 sq mi (5.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,182 ft (665 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,118 |
| • Density | 1,415.34/sq mi (546.36/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68959
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| Area code | 308 |
| FIPS code | 31-32340 |
| GNIS ID | 2395341 |
Minden is a city located in Kearney County, Nebraska, in the United States. It is the main city and the county seat for Kearney County. In 2020, about 3,118 people lived there. Minden is famous for being home to the Pioneer Village, a large museum complex with many historic buildings.
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History of Minden
Minden was officially started in 1876. The city got its name from a city in Germany, also called Minden. Many of the first people who settled in Minden were from Germany. The city has had its own post office since it was founded in 1876.
Geography and Climate
Minden covers an area of about 2.15 square miles (5.71 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
What is Minden's Climate Like?
Minden has experienced some extreme weather. On July 24, 1936, the highest temperature ever recorded in Nebraska was in Minden. It reached a scorching 118 degrees Fahrenheit (48 degrees Celsius). This happened during a very hot period known as the 1936 North American heat wave, which was part of the Dust Bowl era.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 98 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,380 | 1,308.2% | |
| 1900 | 1,238 | −10.3% | |
| 1910 | 1,559 | 25.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,527 | −2.1% | |
| 1930 | 1,716 | 12.4% | |
| 1940 | 1,848 | 7.7% | |
| 1950 | 2,120 | 14.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,383 | 12.4% | |
| 1970 | 2,669 | 12.0% | |
| 1980 | 2,939 | 10.1% | |
| 1990 | 2,749 | −6.5% | |
| 2000 | 2,964 | 7.8% | |
| 2010 | 2,923 | −1.4% | |
| 2020 | 3,118 | 6.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2012 Estimate |
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Minden is part of the larger Kearney, Nebraska area. This area is known as the Kearney Micropolitan Statistical Area.
How Many People Live in Minden?
According to the 2010 census, there were 2,923 people living in Minden. These people lived in 1,256 households. About 791 of these were families. Most of the people living in Minden are White (96.4%). A small number of people are from other racial backgrounds. About 5.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Minden in 2010 was about 43.1 years old. About 22.9% of the residents were under 18 years old. Also, 22.1% of the people were 65 years old or older.
Fun Things to Do in Minden
Minden is home to a special place called the Pioneer Village. This is a huge museum complex. It has 28 different buildings spread out over 20 acres (about 81,000 square meters). The museum has more than 50,000 items in its collection. These items show what life was like for pioneers.
Minden is also known as "Nebraska's Christmas City". Every year, the courthouse square lights up with over 12,000 Christmas bulbs. They also put on an annual Christmas play. It is called "The Light Of The World". The tradition of lighting the courthouse started in 1915. Lights were first bought for a big meeting. When they couldn't be used for that, they became a Christmas display instead.
Famous People from Minden
Minden has been home to several notable people. These individuals have made important contributions in different fields:
- Charles Binderup – He was a U.S. Congressman.
- Carl Curtis – He served as both a U.S. Congressman and a U.S. Senator.
- Otto Miller – Known as "Moonie", he was a professional baseball catcher. He played in Major League Baseball from 1910 to 1922 for Brooklyn.
- Norbert Tiemann – He was the 32nd Governor of Nebraska.
- Harold Warp – He was a successful businessman. He was known for his work in the plastics industry.
See also
In Spanish: Minden (Nebraska) para niños
