Rustad, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rustad
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 Rustad, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Rustad, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Clay |
| Elevation | 912 ft (278 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 650427 |
Rustad is a small, unincorporated community located in Clay County, in the U.S. state of Minnesota. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, unlike a city or town.
History of Rustad
Let's explore the interesting past of Rustad!
The area that is now Rustad first had a post office in 1891. Back then, it was known by a different name: Kurtz. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail.
In 1907, the community's name was officially changed to Rustad. It was named after Samuel Rustad, who was an important merchant in the early days of the area.
The post office in Rustad continued to serve the community for many years. However, it eventually closed its doors in 1954. Even though it's a small place, Rustad has a unique history in Minnesota.
