Small town Americana at its finest!
Small town Americana at its finest!
We came to this quaint small Minnesotan town, after living on the fringes of Downtown St. Paul, our capital city. It was an interesting experience adapting to city life, after living in the suburbs all my life and I'm glad I had the opportunity to say that I tried it.
Our journey for a creative space landed us in the car, driving around the beautiful State of Minnesota. Sometimes we feel like Oliver and Lisa Douglas of Green Acres fame...keep Manhattan, just give me that countryside.
We now find ourselves in a 1865 Jordan Brick building in beautiful downtown Jordan, Minnesota. Just far enough away, but close enough to visit.
There is an amazing cast of characters, in this small town and we are blessed that we were welcomed with open arms.
We hope you enjoy learning more about our little jewel.
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Small Town America
Hometown hospitality.
Jordan, Minnesota is a hidden jewel, in Scott County, and only 20 miles southwest of the Twin Cities. Jordan is a small town, steeped in history, but steadily growing toward a thriving future!In historic downtown, you'll find antique shops, family restaurants, famous Pekarna Meats, beautiful floral, creative centers and gift shops, the Mini Met baseball facility, the Nicolin Mansion Bed and Breakfast all within a city block.
As many as 15 of the buildings on Water Street and South Broadway are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Don't forget to visit the waterfall at Lagoon Park.
Jordan, Minnesota
The Place Where We Live
We're newcomers to this small town and one thing is for sure...it's true what they say about small-towns! Don't know what they say? You won't find me telling you:)
When we arrived in Jordan, we were greeted by Terri & Kevin Knox, the owners of the Nicolin Mansion Bed & Breakfast. Such lovely people and what an unbelievable home they've created...you should check it out!
Terri asked if we would help her finish creating a Historic Walking Tour of Jordan and we were delighted to collaborate with her.
Collectively, we researched and gathered all of the historical data we could find about the 15+ historic buildings in this amazing town and designed a layout to fit the vision. Six months later we published the piece.
Americana at it's Finest
Jordan...a hidden treasure
although it feels more like a hometown."
- Melissa Gilman, Associate Editor "Let's Go!", April 2005
- Jordan Minnesota Attractions
- "Jordan, 30 miles and a world away from Minneapolis. Such a sublime bit of Americana, the only thing missing is Garrison Keillor doing the play-by-play.
- Jim Caple, Senior Writer ESPN.com, March 2006
Jordan Minnesota Links
Scott County
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Nicolin Mansion Bed & Breakfast
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Maureen Carlson's Center for Creative Arts
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Jordan Brewing
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Scott County History
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National Register of Historic Places
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City of Jordan -- Welcome to our website!
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Jordan Brewers
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Scott County Fair
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Minnesota Renaissance Festival
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You betcha' Minnesota
- Explore Jordan Minnesota
- Historic Jordan Minnesota
- Explore Minnesota
- The Land of 10,000 lakes.
Minnesota became a state in 1858; the 32nd state in the union. People first came to Minnesota during the last ice age. They probably followed herds of large game into this area. - What's Hotdish?
- Hotdish is any of a variety of casserole dishes popular in the Midwest of the United States and especially in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
- The Coen Brothers
- Born and Raised Minnesotan's.
The Coens are clever directors who know too much about movies and too little about real life. -Emanuel Levy, Cinema of Outsiders - Famous Minnesotan's
- Did you know Bob Dylan was from Minnesota? Find out the other amazing people who came from Minnesota at this site.
- Prairie Home Companion
- Listen to The News from Lake Wobegon wherever and whenever you want.
- Mall of America
- I personally like to shop on a smaller scale. The Mall of America is a fun place to visit, but I wouldn't want to live there.
Scott County
A Southern Minnesotan Jewel
Scott County is a mixed rural/suburban county in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The county consists of the cities of Belle Plaine, Jordan, Elko New Market, New Prague, Prior Lake, Savage and Shakopee and Belle Plaine, Blakeley, Cedar Lake, Credit River, Helena, Jackson, Louisville, New Market, St. Lawrence, Sand Creek, and Spring Lake townships. Scott County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Minnesota, having increased from 55% since 1990. Scott County is 365 square miles and is bounded on the west and north by the Minnesota River. The Minnesota River had supported the county's fur trading, lumbering, and farming industries in the 1800's. Today Scott County enjoys a growing mix of commercial, industrial, and housing development, yet maintains a rural flavor. Scott County is the home to several historical, scenic, and entertainment destinations including Canterbury Park, Murphy's Landing, Elko Speedway, Mystic Lake Casino, the Renaissance Festival, and ValleyFair Amusement Park ... something for everyone!www.explorejordan.org
Made In Minnesota
How to Talk Minnesotan: A Visitor's Guide
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Everyone loves Sven & Ole
Two young men from up in Minnesooooota were looking at a Sears catalog and admiring the models.Ole says to Sven 'Have you seen the beautiful girls in this catalog?
'Sven replies, 'Yes, they are very beautiful. And look at the price!' Ole says, with wide eyes, 'Wow, they aren't very expensive. At this price, I'm buying one.
'Sven smiles and pats him on the back. 'Good idea! Order one and if she's as beautiful as she is in the catalog, I will get one too.'
Three weeks later, Sven asks his friend Ole, 'Did you ever receive the girl you ordered from the Sears catalog?'
Ole replies, 'No, but it shouldn't be long now. I got her clothes yesterday!'
The Best of Ole and Lena
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The Remarkable Saga of Ole and Lena
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Minnesota Hot Dish
Come On In and Set a Spell.
Minnesota Hot Dish Recipe
Mix together in a large bowl -
2 cans cream of mushroom soup;
1 pound cooked, pulverised meat;
2 cans pale vegetables.
Stir. Salt to taste. Pour into a baking dish. Sprinkle with canned French-fried onion rings, or chow mien noodles. Bake it anywhere between 400 and 700 degrees until a brown crust forms.
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- WorldTravelers916 WorldTravelers916 Jul 18, 2008 @ 3:29 pm
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- Ms_Appleseed Ms_Appleseed Aug 4, 2007 @ 12:15 am
- Love small towns. Thanks for sharing yours! Do you have jello dishes in Minnesota? I discovered the amazing diversity of jello in North Dakota...truly inspiring as cooking medium. Who knew? www.squidoo.com/smalltownbiz
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- giddygabby giddygabby Jul 15, 2007 @ 10:45 am
- Another excellent lens. Makes me want to visit. And no, I did not know that Bob Dylan was from Minnesota. Go figure.
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