Viola, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Viola
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 Viola, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Viola, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Olmsted |
| Township | Viola Township |
| Elevation | 1,155 ft (352 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55934
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| Area code(s) | 507 |
| GNIS feature ID | 653671 |
Viola is a small, quiet place in Olmsted County, Minnesota, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Viola Township.
One of the most exciting things about Viola is its yearly Gopher Count festival. This fun event has been happening since 1874!
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Welcome to Viola!
Viola is located along Olmsted County Road 2, also known as Viola Road. You can find it near 105th Avenue NE and Center Street. Other main roads nearby include State Highway 42 (MN 42) and Olmsted County Road 24.
Where is Viola?
If you're looking for Viola on a map, it's in the southeastern part of Minnesota. It's not far from some other towns you might know. These include Eyota, Elgin, and the larger city of Rochester.
Nature Around Viola
A beautiful river, the North Fork of the Whitewater River, flows right through the community. This adds to the natural beauty of the area.
A Peek into Viola's Past
Viola has a simple but interesting history. It was officially laid out on a map, or platted, in 1878. This means people decided where the streets and lots would be.
How Viola Got Its Name
The community was named after a person! It was named for Viola Buck, who was the wife of one of the early settlers in the area. It's cool how places can get their names from people who lived there long ago.
