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Overview
Windom functions as county seat and a transportation hub for the region. The City has a diverse economy including agriculture, manufacturing, medical care and adult care facilities. Along with a number of successful retail businesses, there are a growing number of national and international industries. Windom and its surrounding area have long been safe, desirable communities, featuring excellent public services, schools, clubs, activities and events, many parks, lakes and golf courses.
Transportation
Windom is located along Minnesota Highway 60, a 4-lane connection between Minneapolis – St. Paul, Minnesota and Omaha, Nebraska. This location offers excellent shipping routes and connectivity to national shipping networks.
High Speed Internet
Windom is located along the information highway. Numerous fiber networks run through Windom. There are multiple Tier 2 carriers which provide fiber to the home or business.
Livability
Windom is located along the scenic Des Moines River and the west side of Cottonwood Lake. The community features a new community center, developed parks system, city swimming pool, and a beautiful downtown square with shopping, greenspace, and dining.
History
The village of Windom was platted in 1871 by A.L. Beach, division engineer of the Sioux City and St. Paul Railroad. Plats for all towns up and down the railroad right-of-way were laid out the same as Windom, with a center square and businesses around it. But Windom was the only village that followed the plan.
The city was named in honor of a prominent statesman, the Honorable William Windom, who was a senator at the time. In all, he served the nation 33 years– as a representative (1859-1869), senator (13 years, not consecutive) and the Secretary of Treasury under President Garfield, and again, under President Harrison.
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County
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Cottonwood
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| Region | Southwest Minnesota |
| Distance from Mpls/St. Paul | 135 miles |
| Distance from Mpls/St. Paul Airport | 135 miles |
| US Congressional District | District 7 |
| MN Legislative Districts | Representative: 22B Senate: 22 |
| Website | www.windom-mn.com |
| Email Address | wineda@windom-mn.com |