Wilson, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wilson
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MN-43 junction with I-90 with Wilson in the background
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 Wilson, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Wilson, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Winona County |
| Township | Wilson Township |
| Elevation | 1,335 ft (407 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55987
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| Area code(s) | 507 |
| GNIS feature ID | 655015 |
Wilson is a small, unincorporated community located in Winona County, Minnesota, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Wilson is part of Wilson Township.
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Where is Wilson Located?
Wilson is easy to find because it sits right where two important roads meet. These are Interstate 90 and State Highway 43. Interstate 90 is a major highway that crosses the entire country!
Nearby Roads and Waterways
Besides the main highways, several local roads also pass through or near Wilson. These include Winona County Roads 12, 21, and 44.
The area around Wilson is also home to a few creeks. You can find Gilmore Creek, West Burns Valley Creek, and East Burns Valley Creek flowing nearby.
A Bit of History
Even though Wilson is a small community today, it once had its own post office. The post office served the community for many years, from 1872 until 1928. This shows that Wilson was an active place where people lived and sent mail over a century ago!
Communities Close to Wilson
Wilson is surrounded by other interesting places in Winona County. Some of the nearby communities include the city of Winona, and smaller places like Wyattville, Centerville, and Witoka.
