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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.

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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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.

Famous People from Shakopee, Minnesota

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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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