Guide to New Prague Minnesota

New Prague (city)
Le Sueur andScott Counties

1970

1980

1990

2000

2010

2000-2010 Change

Actual

Percent

Population

2,680

2,952

3,569

4,559

7,321

+2,762

+60.58

Land Area (sq. mile)

0.90

2.21

2.31

2.63

3.81

+1.18

+44.87

Density (persons per sq. mile)

2,977.8

1,335.7

1,545.0

1,731.3

1,921.5

+190.2

+10.99

Housing Units

886

1,133

1,398

1,735

2,862

+1,127

+64.96

Households

1,086

1,329

1,694

2,711

+1,017

+60.04

Persons Per Household

2.72

2.69

2.63

2.67

+0.04

+1.52

New Prague is a city in Le Sueur and Scott counties in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Minnesota State Highways 13, 19, and 21 are three of the main routes in the community. The city of New Prague is located in two counties, Scott and Le Sueur. North of Main Street (Highway 13/19) is Scott County; and on the south side is Le Sueur County. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.81 square miles (9.87 km2), all of it land. The elevation is 988 ft (301 m) above sea level.

As of the census of 2010, there were 7,321 people, 2,711 households, and 1,910 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,921.5 inhabitants per square mile (741.9/km2). There were 2,862 housing units at an average density of 751.2 per square mile (290.0/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 96.5% White, 0.5% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.

There were 2,711 households of which 42.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.5% were non-families. 24.6% of all households were made up of individuals and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.22.

The median age in the city was 32.7 years. 31.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.1% were from 25 to 44; 20.4% were from 45 to 64; and 12.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

New Prague was laid out in 1856, and named after Prague, the capital of Bohemia (now the Czech Republic). New Prague was originally built up chiefly by Czechs.

Original businesses outgrew their original log and wood-frame storefronts. A large commercial district filled with solid brick, stone, and wood-frame commercial structures developed along Main Street.

NEW PRAGUE, incorporated as a village in March 1877, and as a city in April 1891, is crossed along its main street by the line of Le Sueur and Scott Counties. It was named for the ancient city of Prague, the capital of Bohemia, from which many immigrants came here. The community was first settled in 1854; the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railroad came in 1877; its post office was named Oral, 1857-72, when the community was part of Scott County only, changed to Praha, 1872-79, and Prague, 1879-84, at which time the name was permanently changed to the present one.

Courtesy Minnesota Historical Society

Birds eye view looking east, New Prague Minnesota, 1910s
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Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park 400 W 260th Street New Prague, MN 56071 Phone: (952) 694-7777 Located on the south shore of Cedar Lake near New Prague, Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park is a picturesque site for picnicking, swimming, and shore fishing. This site also offers a spectacular setting for an outdoor wedding and reception, corporate retreat, and educational and recreational activities.
CreeksBend Golf Course 26826 Langford Avenue New Prague, MN 56071 Phone: (952) 758-7203 First time golfers may feel like they have stepped back in time as they play amidst the barn turned clubhouse, an old schoolhouse occasionally used as a snack stop, and bridges that have a sturdy look reminiscent of the 1940s, all of which combine to create the character of CreeksBend.
New Prague Aquatic Center 410 Central Avenue N New Prague, MN 56071 Phone: (952) 758-1753 The Fitness & Aquatic Center joined forces on November 5th, 2018. We are a full-service fitness club, featuring an aquatic center, cardio room, gymnasium, strength training room and group fitness studios. Our multi-generational facility offers something for everyone!
New Prague Golf Club 400 Lexington Avenue S New Prague, MN 56071 Phone: (952) 758-5326 The New Prague Golf Club is a Municipal, daily fee golf facility open to the general public. Season golf passes are available as well as patron cards. NPGC also specializes in golf tournaments of all types and banquet facilities are available for receptions of all kinds.
New Prague Ice Arena 100 12th Street NW New Prague, MN 56071 Phone: (952) 758-7825 The NP Ice Arena is a growing facility. The recent improvement to the facility allowed for an additional dryland area, locker rooms, and storage space continues to follow the organization's Mission, Goals, and Objectives. This also provides more opportunity to its patrons, as the additional facilities empower the user to improve and enjoy what is available.

Lake Name

Size
(acres)

Lake info

Lake Map

Rec Map

Topo Map

Cedar

793

Cervenka Marsh

n/a

Quality Inn and Suites
1200 1st Sreet NE
New Prague, MN 56071
Phone: (952) 758-7300

Ideally located on the east end of the New Prague on Highway 13-19, our hotel is close to shopping and fine dining. We’re at the doorstep of a progressive, welcoming community rich in Czech, Bavarian and Bohemian culture, with a thriving business and agricultural community. It’s a short drive to see the Saint Wenceslaus Church, shop unique boutiques and enjoy tasting the latest from Prairie Pond Winery and other wineries.

Quality Inn and Suites, New Prague Minnesota

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