Situated on the north bank of the Minnesota River, above its confluence with the Mississippi River, in southeastern Hennepin County, Bloomington is the fourth largest city in Minnesota. Bloomington is surrounded by Apple Valley, Atwood, Bloomington Ferry, Burnsville, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Edina, Mendota Heights, Richfield, Savage, and Shakopee. Minneapolis is about ten miles north, and Saint Paul is about fifteen miles northeast of Bloomington. The first European-American settlers in the area were Peter and Louisa Quinn, who built a cabin along the Minnesota River in 1843, having been sent by the government to teach farming methods to the Indians. That same year, a missionary by the name of Gideon Hollister Pond established Oak Grove Mission in that area. The 1851 Treaty of Traverse des Sioux opened the area to settlers, many of whom had come from Bloomington, Illinois, for which the town was named. The town experienced moderate growth during early 1900s, but its population grew rapidly during the 1940s and 1950s, largely due to the post-war population boom. In 1953, Bloomington Township adopted a village form of government, and became a city in 1960. From 1961 to 1981, Bloomington was home to all of the major sports teams of Minnesota. Today, Bloomington has more jobs per capita than either Minneapolis or Saint Paul, largely due to the Mall of America, the largest enclosed shopping center in the United States, as well as the presence of several corporate headquarters and industries.
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Bloomington Convention and Visitor's Bureau
The BCVB is the official marketing organization for the City of Bloomington, Minnesota, acting to promote travel and tourism to the city. Its mission and accreditations are stated, along with a guide to the city’s attractions and events, deals, packages, guest accommodations, meeting venues, and travel planning resources.
http://www.bloomingtonmn.org/
Founded in 1958, Bloomington is bounded by Interstate Highway 494 to the north, Highway 169 to the west, and the Minnesota River to the south and east. The official municipal web site features a profile and demographics, city maps, and a guide to local services and facilities, arts and recreation, and an organizational chart.
https://www.bloomingtonmn.gov/
Bloomington-Izumi Sister City Organization
The BSCO was set up to promote understanding through an exchange of people, information and ideas between the sister cities of Bloomington, Minnesota and Izumi City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. A schedule of events, memberships, delegations, and board members are set forth, along with a travelogue, photographs, and newsletters.
http://www.bloomington-izumi.org/
Comfort Inn Airport Bloomington
Offers a photo gallery which depicts the rooms and facilities at this Bloomington hotel. Also features detailed information as well as online and toll free reservations.
http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-bloomington-minnesota-MN015
Chartered by Saint Stephen Lutheran Church in Bloomington, Minnesota, Pack 473 is part of the Northern Star Council of the Dan Patch District of the Boy Scouts of America youth organization. General information about scouting, age levels and awards, as well as den leader information are featured.
http://www.pack473bloomington.scoutlander.com/
Girl Scouts Nine Mile Service Unit of Bloomington, Minnesota
Service Units are responsible for organizing and servicing Girl Scout troops and the girls within their boundaries. Nine Mile serves the River Valley Council, offering information and finance forms, a schedule of events, online gift class registrations and choices, as well as other fundraising ideas.
http://girlscouts9mile.org/
Offers a photo gallery along with the ability to check rates and make online reservations at this Bloomington hotel.
http://www.qualityinn.com/hotel-bloomington-minnesota-MN082
Affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 439 is chartered by Christ the King Lutheran Church in Bloomington, Minnesota. Meeting schedules, a calendar of events, its adult leaders, and access to various forms and documents, as well as general information about scouting and about advancements.
http://www.troopwebhost.org/Troop439Bloomington/
