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Blue Earth Sesquicentennial

Virtual Tour

No matter the season, you'll find a variety of activities and shopping in Blue Earth. Located at the intersection of America's longest highway-Interstate 90, and Highway 169 Blue Earth's sprawling community of nearly 4,000 is one you will want to explore. Enjoy the amenities near the interstate, then wind your way downtown (head west at either stoplight) to browse and shop our unique specialty shops.

Blue Earth gets its name from the Blue Earth River that encompasses the town. The river was given the Indian name "mah-ko-ta" (meaning Blue Earth) for the blue/black clay found along the river banks.The clay is found in small pockets, high in the bluffs. It is more blue-green than blue, almost an aqua blue color, and somewhat darker when it is damp. It is believed to be a mineral called Illite

Standing tall and proud in Blue Earth is the world's largest statue of the Jolly Green Giant. Take time to visit Green Giant Park; you can't miss it as you head south on Highway 169 from the interstate.

Blue Earth is home of Minnesota's first stained glass window, which is beautifully displayed at the historic Episcopal Church. Blue Earth is proud to be the birthplace of the Chocolate Dream now known as the Eskimo Pie.

 If you are planning an overnight, Blue Earth has two hotels  as well as free 48-hour camping at the County Fairgrounds.

Historical sites include the Faribault County Courthouse, completed in 1891 and named to the National Registry of Historical Sites. Other historical points of interest include the James B. Wakefield House, the Woodland School and Krosch Log House, Etta C. Ross Museum, and Good Shepherd Episcopal Church.

Annual Upper Midwest & Quilt Expo
Check out the virtual tour of quilts that were on display at the 2006 Quilt Expo