Mission of the City of Courtland, MN

We envision Courtland as a city with managed growth that offers a high
quality of life for individuals, families and businesses at an affordable cost.

Courtland, Minnesota – A Great Place to Call Home!

The grand city of Courtland is located between the cities of New Ulm and Nicollet in southern Minnesota. Just about 20 miles from Mankato, Courtland is in Nicollet County and contains small city charm in the middle of bigger cities.

The population of Courtland is around 611. The city contains several businesses that provide many services to the surrounding people and communities. There are a ton of events that happen throughout the year in Courtland and many fun people around to enjoy the events with.

City Council Meetings

First Thursday of Month

7:00 P.M.

Planning & Zoning Commission

Third Thursday of Month

6:30 P.M.

Location for both meetings: Courtland Community Center, Council Chambers

Click here for schedule of meetings

Approx. Population

Miles to Mankato

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History of Courtland, MN

1855

1855 – First settlers were Jacob Harmon, Mr. Haresine, John Sidel, Jacob Gfeller, and Ole Nelson. Most of the early settlers came from Germany.

1856

1856 – Village of Red Stone, near the ferry, was surveyed but never developed.

1856

1856 – Hilo post office established in home of Wm. Duprey – Appointed postmaster

1858

1858 – Township and village surveyed – 7 years later was renamed Courtland.

1859

1859 – Lutheran church was organized.

1862

1862 – 9 people were murdered in the Sioux Uprising.

1882

1882 – There were three general stores – harness shop – wagon shop – hotel and grain elevator. (Nicollet County Bicentennial Commission)

Contact

To contact the City of Courtland, please use the following…

Julie Holm 507-354-7055

Mon-Wed-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Tues 8am-1pm

Hours are subject to change.

The Courtland City Office is a one-person office. There are times when the Clerk is out of the office due to meetings, conferences and other City business matters.