Vining, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vining, Minnesota
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Buildings along Front Street.
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Location of Vining, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Otter Tail |
| Platted | September 1882 |
| Incorporated | April 26, 1908 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.189 sq mi (3.079 km2) |
| • Land | 1.150 sq mi (2.979 km2) |
| • Water | 0.039 sq mi (0.100 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,401 ft (427 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 62 |
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60 |
| • Density | 53.91/sq mi (20.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
56588
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| FIPS code | 27-67216 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397145 |
| Sales tax | 7.375% |
Vining is a small city in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States. In 2020, about 62 people lived there. Vining is known for its unique outdoor art park, which features sculptures made from scrap metal!
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History of Vining
Vining was officially planned and laid out in 1882. This process is called being "platted." A post office opened in Vining in the same year.
The city officially became a town (or "incorporated") in 1909. This meant it could have its own local government.
Nyberg Park: Art from Scrap Metal
One of Vining's most interesting places is Nyberg Park. It is located on Front Street. This park is special because it displays many sculptures made from scrap metal.
These amazing artworks were created by a local resident named Ken Nyberg. His sculptures turn old metal into fun and surprising art pieces.
Geography of Vining
Vining covers a total area of about 1.189 square miles (3.079 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Minnesota State Highway 210 is the main road that goes through the community.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 249 | — | |
| 1910 | 212 | −14.9% | |
| 1920 | 241 | 13.7% | |
| 1930 | 222 | −7.9% | |
| 1940 | 176 | −20.7% | |
| 1950 | 180 | 2.3% | |
| 1960 | 136 | −24.4% | |
| 1970 | 121 | −11.0% | |
| 1980 | 87 | −28.1% | |
| 1990 | 84 | −3.4% | |
| 2000 | 68 | −19.0% | |
| 2010 | 78 | 14.7% | |
| 2020 | 62 | −20.5% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 60 | −23.1% | |
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The population of Vining has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 78 people living in the city. By 2020, the population was 62 people.
Famous Person from Vining
Vining is the hometown of NASA astronaut Karen Nyberg. She is known for her space missions.
See also
In Spanish: Vining (Minnesota) para niños
