Destination Willmar
Situated in the middle of Kandiyohi County, Willmar is a destination easily accessed from other cities such as Marshall, St. Cloud & the Twin Cities via major state highways 23, 71, and 12 making the city attractive to both business and residential development. Willmar Township was first established in 1870 shortly after a Railroad was built and boasts a number of historical l
ocations, individuals, and events; from The Great Willmar Raid of 1930 to the significant strike of The Willmar 8 to Former Astronaut George “Pinky” Nelson. A city rich in heritage and diverse cultures, Willmar is a dynamic Destination to residents and visitors alike. In 2005 Willmar earned the award for All American City, highlighted in a segment of “Whose America” for NBC Nightly News and most recently featured on MSNBC’s Your Business lists for its diversity of entrepreneurs. With technology in business being such a growing necessity, over 30 companies have joined the internationally known MinnWest Technology Campus which overlooks one of the many beautiful lakes in the Willmar area. Willmar is home to Destination Playground; one of the nation’s largest, fully accessible playgrounds. Located at Robbins Island, one of Willmar’s 30+ parks, Destination Playground was built by community volunteers. The Parks, Trails and Water Park in Willmar are highlights for many during the summer along with the ever popular Rockin Robbins, a FREE summer concert series, which has brought great musical acts to the stage such as Chris Hawkey, Dam Jammers, and Fabulous Armadillos. Known to many as the home of the Jennie-O Turkey Processing Plant, Willmar has also been known to arguably consume more cups of coffee per capita than any other town in the United States. You’re sure to find a coffee shop almost anywhere from the downtown business district to the many shopping areas in town. Willmar is also known for its diverse restaurants & retail areas, including the Uptown Mall. Whether you’re just starting out, building a business, raising a family, or spending your golden years, the Willmar area has something for any phase of life.
