Tangletown, Minneapolis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tangletown
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Neighborhood
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Washburn Park Water Tower is located at the highest point in the neighborhood.
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| Nickname(s):
Fuller
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Location of Tangletown within the U.S. city of Minneapolis
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Hennepin |
| City | Minneapolis |
| Community | Southwest |
| City Council Ward | 11 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.688 sq mi (1.78 km2) |
| Elevation | 900 ft (300 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,643 |
| • Density | 6,749/sq mi (2,605.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55409, 55419
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| Area code(s) | 612 |
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 4,783 | — | |
| 1990 | 4,464 | −6.7% | |
| 2000 | 4,263 | −4.5% | |
| 2010 | 4,351 | 2.1% | |
| 2020 | 4,643 | 6.7% | |
Tangletown is a cool neighborhood located in the Southwest part of Minneapolis. It's known for its unique streets that don't follow the usual straight lines you see in other parts of the city. This special layout is actually how the neighborhood got its name!
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About Tangletown
Tangletown is a friendly place where about 4,600 people live. It's part of a larger area called the Southwest community in Minneapolis.
Where is Tangletown?
This neighborhood has clear borders. To the north, you'll find 46th Street. On the east side, it's next to Interstate 35W. Diamond Lake Road forms the southern edge, and Lyndale Avenue South is on the west.
Why the Name "Tangletown"?
Before 1996, this area was officially called Fuller. But people started calling it Tangletown because of its "tangled" or winding streets. Unlike many other neighborhoods in Minneapolis that have a grid pattern (like a checkerboard), Tangletown's streets curve and turn. This unique street design led to its new, official name.
Important Places in Tangletown
You'll find some cool landmarks and schools here:
- The Washburn Park Water Tower stands tall at the highest point in the neighborhood. It's a historic building that helps provide water to the area.
- Minnehaha Creek flows through the southern part of Tangletown. This beautiful creek is a popular spot for walking and enjoying nature.
- Two schools are located right in the neighborhood: Washburn High School and Justice Page Middle School.
Local Government and Representation
Tangletown is part of Ward 11 in Minneapolis. A "ward" is like a district, and each ward has a representative on the City Council. The City Council helps make decisions for the city. Currently, the person representing Ward 11 is City Council member Emily Koski.
