Williams, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Williams
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Location of Williams, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Lake of the Woods |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.98 sq mi (2.53 km2) |
| • Land | 0.98 sq mi (2.53 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 157 |
| • Density | 160.86/sq mi (62.10/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56686
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| FIPS code | 27-70402 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0654165 |
Williams is a small city located in Lake of the Woods County, Minnesota, in the United States. In 2020, about 157 people lived there.
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A Look at Williams' Past
Williams became an official city in 1922. It grew because of the Minnesota and Manitoba Railroad. The railroad helped Williams become a place where timber products, like wood, were shipped out.
The city got its name from two people, William Mason and George Williams. They followed the railroad tracks in 1901 to claim land where the city now stands. Williams got its first post office in 1903, and William H. Dure was the first postmaster.
In 1910, a big fire called the Baudette Fire of 1910 burned down Williams. But the people of Williams worked hard and rebuilt their city after the fire.
Where is Williams Located?
Williams covers a total area of about 2.53 square kilometers (0.97 square miles), and all of it is land.
The city is found along Minnesota State Highway 11 and County Road 2. Williams is also known as a main entry point to Zippel Bay State Park. This park is on the southern shore of Lake of the Woods, a very large lake.
Who Lives in Williams?
Williams has seen its population change over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 262 | — | |
| 1940 | 376 | 43.5% | |
| 1950 | 414 | 10.1% | |
| 1960 | 317 | −23.4% | |
| 1970 | 220 | −30.6% | |
| 1980 | 217 | −1.4% | |
| 1990 | 212 | −2.3% | |
| 2000 | 210 | −0.9% | |
| 2010 | 191 | −9.0% | |
| 2020 | 157 | −17.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 191 people living in Williams. These people lived in 86 households, and 46 of those were families. The city had about 197 people per square mile.
Most people living in Williams were White (95.3%). A small number were African American (1.0%), Native American (0.5%), or Asian (2.6%). About 0.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Williams was 42.5 years old. About 27.7% of residents were under 18. About 18.3% were 65 years or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (50.3%) and females (49.7%).
Fun Events and Culture
Local Festivals
Williams hosts a special event called "Back Home Days" every year on the second weekend in July. This week is full of fun activities for people who used to live in Williams, and for their families and friends who come to visit.
Another popular event is the annual Potato Day Festival, which happens in October. This tradition started when potato farmers would celebrate after finishing their harvest. The festival includes a parade, a dance, and the crowning of a Potato Day Queen!
Watching TV in Williams
People in Williams can watch several TV channels. These channels are broadcast by local stations.
| Channel | Callsign | Affiliation | Branding | Subchannels | Owner | |
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| 9.1 | W32EG-D (KAWE Translator) |
PBS | Lakeland PBS | 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 |
First Nations Experience PBS Kids Create PBS Encore Minnesota Channel |
Lake of the Woods County |
| 34.1 | K34MC-D | NBC | KVLY 11 | 34.1 | CBS | Lake of the Woods County |
| 36.1 | K36LW-D | ABC | WDAZ | 36.2 | FOX | Lake of the Woods County |
See also
In Spanish: Williams (Minnesota) para niños
