The Small Town In Minnesota That's One Of The Coolest In The U.S.
By Betsy Rathburn|Published April 16, 2017
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Betsy Rathburn
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Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 20 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at brathburn@onlyinyourstate.com or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.
When some people think of small towns, they imagine empty farmlands with not much to do. But that would be a mistake. There are actually plenty of fantastic small towns all across the country, including many in Minnesota. One of the nicest is Luverne, a small town of about 4,700 people in southwestern Minnesota. With historic attractions, plenty of events, and a gorgeous landscape, it’s one of the coolest towns in the U.S.
Like many Minnesota towns, Luverne has a nice downtown lined with local businesses.
Many of Luverne's buildings were designed by an architect named W.E.E. Green. Five of his Luverne buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Luverne has a lot of great dining options as well. From a classic drive-in like local favorite, JJ's, to small-town diners, you'll find what you crave here.
At Blue Mounds State Park, the prairie combines with stunning quartzite cliffs for a truly beautiful nature experience. And you can only find it in Luverne!