Weaver, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Weaver, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Weaver, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Wabasha County |
| Township | Minneiska Township |
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55910
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| Area code(s) | 507 |
| GNIS feature ID | 653873 |
Weaver is a small, unincorporated community in Minneiska Township, Wabasha County, Minnesota, United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government. Weaver is special because it's where the Whitewater River flows into the mighty Mississippi River.
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Where is Weaver?
Weaver is found about 13 miles (21 km) southeast of a town called Wabasha. It's located right along U.S. Highway 61, where it meets State Highway 74 (MN 74).
Nearby Places to Visit
There are several towns close to Weaver, including:
You can also find some cool natural spots nearby, like John A. Latsch State Park. There's also the Kellogg–Weaver Dunes Scientific Natural Area (SNA) and a unique wetland area called the Weaver Bottoms.
A Look at Weaver's History
Weaver was officially planned out and mapped in 1871. It was named after an early settler in the area, William Weaver.
Post Office and Historic Building
A post office opened in Weaver in 1871, helping people send and receive mail. It stayed open for a long time, finally closing its doors in 1971.
The community is also home to a special building called the Weaver Mercantile Building, built in 1875. This building is so important that it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means it's recognized for its historical value.
Getting Around Weaver
Even though Weaver is a small community, a major train line passes through it.
Train Travel
Amtrak’s Empire Builder train travels through Weaver. This train connects cities like Seattle and Portland on the West Coast with Chicago in the Midwest. The trains run on tracks owned by the BNSF Railway. However, the Empire Builder does not stop in Weaver. The closest train station where you can catch a ride is in Winona, which is about 19 miles (31 km) southeast of Weaver.
