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Minnetonka, Minnesota

Located in Hennepin County, Minnesota, Minnetonka was established in 1858. UnitedHealth Group, the largest healthcare company, is HQ'd in Minnetonka. 'Minnetonka' means 'big water' in Dakota.

Founded 1858 | Population 54,000 | Peak 54,000 (2024) | County Hennepin County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Minnetonka, Minnesota

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1858 Founded: Lake Minnetonka community.

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1908 Economic Development: Minnetonka grew through the automobile industry.

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1956 Incorporated: Minnetonka was officially incorporated as a city.

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2010 Modern Era: Minnetonka continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1858 Culture

Founded

1908 Industry

Economic Development

1956 Government

Incorporated

2010 Culture

Modern Era

Did You Know?

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UnitedHealth Group, the largest healthcare company, is HQ'd in Minnetonka.

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'Minnetonka' means 'big water' in Dakota.

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Lake Minnetonka is one of the most popular recreational lakes in Minnesota.

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Minnetonka is located in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

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Minnetonka was founded in 1858.

Famous People from Minnetonka, Minnesota

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Sidney Morin

Ice Hockey Player · Born Jun 6, 1995 · Age 30

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Jack Hillen

Ice Hockey Player · Born Jan 24, 1986 · Age 40

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