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HISTORIC NORTHFIELD, MINNESOTA
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Founded in 1855 by
John W. North, Northfield cleverly combines history, art, culture, education,
commercial industry, Minnesota-countryside and hometown friendliness creating
a prosperous, thriving community. Attractions include the historic downtown district
built over a century ago with dining, shopping, and a river walkway along the
Cannon River and falls. Two nationally-ranked colleges, Carlton College and St.
Olaf College, contribute to Northfield's appeal. |
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| Within Carleton's 900-acre campus are two scenic lakes,
a unique Japanese garden and a 400-acre arboretum which are open to the public.
Northfield is perhaps best known for the dramatic 1876 bank raid on the First
National Bank by the notorious outlaw Jesse James and the James-Younger Gang.
The town's defeat of the gang's robbery attempt proved to be the beginning of
the end of Jesse's infamous career. That heroism is celebrated each year in
September
with the Defeat of Jesse James Days and re-enactments of the raid. |
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RECOMMENDED PLACES
TO STAY
The Archer House - A Historic River Inn
A charming 1877 French Second Empire Inn that features 36 individually decorated
rooms, located in the heart of the historic downtown district.
Address: 212 Division Street, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 645-5661
Toll-Free: (800) 247-2235
Country Inn by Carlson
Conveniently located at the intersection of Hwy 19 West / Hwy 3. This motel is
closest and most convenient to our facility.
Address: 300 South Hwy 3, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 645-2286
National Toll-Free: (800) 456-4000
Super 8
Located on Hwy 3, south of the Hwy 19 West / Hwy 3 intersection.
Address: 1420 Riverview Drive, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 663-0371
National Toll-Free: (800) 800-8000
AmericInn Motel & Suites
Located on Hwy 3, south of the Hwy 19 West / Hwy 3 intersection.
Address: 1320 Bollenbacher Drive, Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 645-7761
National Toll-Free: (800) 634-3444
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