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Shakopee, Minnesota

Located in Scott County, Minnesota, Shakopee was established in 1857. Valleyfair amusement park is here. Mystic Lake Casino (Mdewakanton Sioux) is nearby.
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Founded 1857 | Population 46,000 | Peak 46,000 (2024) | County Scott County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Shakopee, Minnesota

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1857 Founded: Named for Dakota chief.
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1870 Incorporated: Shakopee was officially incorporated as a city.
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1976 Valleyfair: Amusement park.
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2010 Modern Era: Shakopee continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Jan 1, 1970
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Complete Historical Timeline

1857 Culture
Founded
1870 Government
Incorporated
1976 Culture
Valleyfair
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Valleyfair amusement park is here.
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Mystic Lake Casino (Mdewakanton Sioux) is nearby.
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Named for Dakota chief Shakopee.
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Shakopee is located in Scott County, Minnesota.
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Shakopee was founded in 1857.

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Jack Bergman
Politician, Military Officer · Born Feb 2, 1947 · Age 79
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Maurice Stans
Accountant · Born Mar 22, 1908 · Died Apr 14, 1998 (age 90)

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