Welcome to beautiful Northfield – we hope you find all you need in this great Minnesota city! Rich in both past and promises, Northfield, a bustling, historic river town located 45 minutes south of Minneapolis and St. Paul, blends the charm and tranquility of its rural heritage with the sophistication of a cosmopolitan perspective.

Rolling farmland skirts the grounds of a corporation that produces advanced technological equipment. A Victorian popcorn wagon stands beside a contemporary fountain. The historic downtown, restored to recall the 19th century, showcases several dining, boutique, antique and gift shops.

Its history comes alive each year on the weekend after Labor Day when thousands flock to the town to share in the retelling of the infamous Defeat of Jesse James. Other seasonal events also attract visitors from across the state and country.

Beauty and contentment are guaranteed in Northfield. A variety of plays and concerts are held throughout the year, and a large number of local artists and craftsmen specialize in pottery, painting, sculpture, photography and literature. The college campuses, parks and recreational areas of Northfield provide a wide range of seasonal activities from golf, tennis and biking to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.

This is Northfield … a unique blend of the historic, the progressive and the creative. A place to visit for a day and stay for a generation.