Frontenac in Goodhue County, Minnesota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Wakondiota Park
Photographed By Keith L, July 22, 2011
1. Wakondiota Park Marker
Inscription.
Wakondiota Park. . In the 1857 town plat of Frontenac (then called Westervelt), Wakondiota Park was designated as two blocks long, one block wide, and located at what is now the Christ Episcopal Church site. When the town was renamed in 1859, the park was moved one block east, quadrupled in length, and merged with Delta Park. , [Frontenac street map] , The Dakota Native American word "Wakondiota" means "a sacred space created by the cutting of many trees". The park's name befits the spirit and intent of Frontenac's founders, for the park is a unique and natural open space set aside for generations of residents and visitors to enjoy and preserve. ,
In the 1857 town plat of Frontenac (then called Westervelt), Wakondiota Park was designated as two blocks long, one block wide, and located at what is now the Christ Episcopal Church site. When the town was renamed in 1859, the park was moved one block east, quadrupled in length, and merged with Delta Park.
[Frontenac street map]
The Dakota Native American word "Wakondiota" means "a sacred space created by the cutting of many trees". The park's name befits the spirit and intent of Frontenac's founders, for the park is a unique and natural open space set aside for generations of residents and visitors to enjoy and preserve.
Frontenac Heritage Preservation Commission - 2006
Erected 2006 by the Frontenac Heritage Preservation Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1857.
Location. 44° 31.55′ N, 92° 20.066′ W. Marker is in Frontenac, Minnesota, in Goodhue County. Marker is at the intersection of County 2 Boulevard and Van Blarcum Avenue, on the right when traveling east on County 2 Boulevard. Marker is in Wakondiota Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Frontenac MN 55026, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 5, 2011, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 669 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on October 5, 2011, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
