1. On February 17, 1854, the Minnesota Territorial Legislature approved the establishment of the University of Minnesota. The university is now one of the largest and most respected public universities in the country.
2. Minnesota's first state capitol building opened on February 17, 1854. The building, which still stands today in St. Paul, served as the state Capitol until 1905.
3. In 1902, on February 17, the Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company, now known as 3M, was founded in Two Harbors, Minnesota. The company has become a global leader in innovation and technology.
4. The iconic Minneapolis music venue, First Avenue, opened its doors on February 17, 1970. Over the years, First Avenue has hosted countless famous musicians and has become a cultural landmark in Minnesota.
5. On February 17, 1996, the Minnesota Lynx became an official franchise of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). The team has since become one of the most successful franchises in the league, winning several championships and producing some of the WNBA's biggest stars.
5 Fun Facts About February 17 In Minnesota History
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