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| Whalan (city) | 1970 | 1980 | 1990 | 2000 | 2010 | 2000-2010 Change | |
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| Population | 114 | 119 | 94 | 64 | 63 | -1 | -1.56 |
| Land Area (sq. mile) | 0.40 | 0.36 | 0.28 | 0.28 | 0.28 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Density (persons per sq. mile) | 285.00 | 330.56 | 335.71 | 225.40 | 225.00 | -0.40 | -1.77 |
| Housing Units | 46 | 60 | 51 | 45 | 55 | +10 | +22.22 |
| Households | -- | 51 | 42 | 34 | 32 | -2 | -8.33 |
| Persons Per Household | -- | 2.33 | 2.24 | 1.88 | 1.97 | +0.09 | +4.79 |
Whalan is a city in Fillmore County, Minnesota. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.43 square miles (1.11 km˛), of which, 0.41 square miles (1.06 km˛) of it is land and 0.02 square miles (0.05 km˛) of it is water. State Highway 16 is the major route through Whalan. The elevation is 791 ft (241 m) above sea level.
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As of the census of 2010, there were 63 people, 32 households, and 14 families residing in the city. The population density was 153.7 inhabitants per square mile (59.3/km2). There were 55 housing units at an average density of 134.1 per square mile (51.8/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.
There were 32 households of which 18.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 28.1% were married couples living together, 3.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 12.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 56.3% were non-families. 53.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.97 and the average family size was 3.00.
The median age in the city was 46.3 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17.5% were from 25 to 44; 38.1% were from 45 to 64; and 19% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.0% male and 46.0% female.
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 Street scene, Whalan Minnesota, 1900s LakesnWoods.com Postcard and Postcard Image Collection - click image to enlarge Visit The Whalan Photo Gallery for more recent and historic area photos |
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Whalan City Hall 224 2nd Avenue Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-2212 Regular Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm City Council Meetings: 2nd Monday of the month, call for time 
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| Title | Term Ends | Name and Address | Phone | |
| Mayor | 12/31/2022 | Marlys Tuftim 626 Main Street Whalan, MN 55949 |
(507) 467-3789 | |
| City Clerk/Treasurer | appointed |
Lolly Melander 35318 Fairway Road Lanesboro, MN 55949 |
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(507) 251-6699 |
| Council Member | 12/31/2022 | Kimberly Berekvam 522 New Street Whalan, MN 55949 |
(507) 467-2663 | |
| Council Member | 12/31/2022 | Tanya Cook 26423 Everyday Road Whalan, MN 55949 |
(507) 325-2359 | |
| Council Member | 12/31/2024 | Owen B. Lewis 431 Half Street Whalan, MN 55949 |
(651) 202-1845 (507) 467-2015 |
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| Council Member | 12/31/2024 | Thore Everett Johnson 214 2nd Avenue Whalan, MN 55949 |
(507) 467-3389 | |
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US Post Office 114 Coffee Street Lanesboro, MN 55949-8702 Phone: (507) 467-2250 Toll Free: (800) ASK-USPS Regular Business Hours:
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| Electricity | City of Whalan | (507) 467-2667 |
| Natural Gas | n/a | n/a |
| Wastewater | n/a | n/a |
| Water | n/a | n/a |
| Telephone | Acentek | (507) 896-3192 |
| Cable TV | Acentek | (507) 896-3192 |
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Minnesota State
Highway Map of the Whalan Minnesota area
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Stand Still Parade Since the town is too small for a parade to move it was decided the parade would stand still and the spectators would do the moving. The color guard and American Legion members are always seated at the beginning of the parade, with all other units following. The units are placed on each side of the street as well as down the center. Floats and units are parked and musicians perform while standing in place. The parade stands still for one hour. During the day there is live entertainment, food provided by the local church, and artists demonstrating and selling art, children’s activities and contests. |
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| Ernie's 1917 Station A 1917 restored non-operative gas station. |
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Whalan Museum 224 2nd Avenue Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 867-3746 Web: www.whalanmuseum.com The Whalan Museum, an all-volunteer organization, is located on the second floor of the historic Whalan Town Hall. Our collection consists of items reminiscent of life in the early years, the original Whalan Town Hall stage curtain, railroad memorabilia, many artifacts and photos of businesses, churches, schools and individuals. Our collection also includes military items, history and plat books and many scrapbooks containing clippings and obituaries. Also available at the museum are the various visitor guides, brochures and maps. |
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| Gator Greens Mini Golf 439 Half Street Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 272-2149 Located on the Root River Trail 4 miles east of Lanesboro, in Whalan, is the areas finest lighted sculpted 9 hole miniature golf course. It offers a challenge each time it is played. Picnic areas are available. Call to schedule after hour tee times for groups of 4 or more. |
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Root River State Trail The Root River State Trail, a paved, 42-mile state trail, begins in Fountain and runs through the quaint and picturesque rural communities of Lanesboro, Whalan, Peterson, Rushford and Houston. Constructed on an abandoned railroad, the trail is generally level and wheelchair accessible. However, the eastern segment between Vinegar Ridge and Houston is more challenging than the western segment with a rather steep, half-mile segment that may not be suitable for all users. |
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Lanesboro Public School
Independent School District #229 100 Kirkwood Street E Lanesboro, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-2229 Web: www.lanesboro.k12.mn.us Grades: PK-12 Students: 250 |
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Whalan Lutheran Church 516 New Street Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-2398 Pastor: n/a |
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Cedar Valley Resort 905 Bench Street Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-9000 Web: www.cedarvalleyresort.com We are excited to offer a "New Minnesota Resort " (all cabins built between 2001 & 2009!!) Our Family Resort has 10 beautiful Logsided Cabins ranging in size from 1,400 sq' to over 5,000 sq' and will accommodate from 2 to 40 guests! With the Root River State Bike Trail, the #1 rated trail in the state, winding through our Southern Minnesota Resort and the Root River running along side, there is no better access for fishing, biking, hiking, blading, kayaking or tubing. |
| Eagle Cliff Campground 35455 State Hwy 16 Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-2598 Web: www.eagle-cliff.com Located just three miles east of Lanesboro, Minnesota, Eagle Cliff offers something for everyone. Cyclists, water enthusiasts, fishermen and hunters will enjoy the natural beauty of the area, the Root River, and the 60-mile paved trail. Accommodations include riverfront tent sites, full hookups, and a five-room motel on site. Eagle Cliff offers group camping, a picnic area, private canoe launch and wonderfully-clean central restrooms. Come, relax and enjoy the beautiful Root River valley! |
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Aroma Pie Shoppe 618 Main Street Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-2623 Web: www.thearomapieshop.com We've been serving up fresh, homemade pies for over 25 years. The Aroma Pie Shop is a perfect rest stop for bikers on the Root River Bike Trail. Here you can take a break, have lunch, pie, ice cream. Our screened in porch gives you a view of the town and bike path, and a special treat--hummingbirds drinking at our feeders. |
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Cedar Valley Resort 905 Bench Street Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-9000 Web: www.cedarvalleyresort.com We are excited to offer a "New Minnesota Resort " (all cabins built between 2001 & 2009!!) Our Family Resort has 10 beautiful Logsided Cabins ranging in size from 1,400 sq' to over 5,000 sq' and will accommodate from 2 to 40 guests! With the Root River State Bike Trail, the #1 rated trail in the state, winding through our Southern Minnesota Resort and the Root River running along side, there is no better access for fishing, biking, hiking, blading, kayaking or tubing. |
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Cyclin-Inns of Whalan 439 Half Street Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 251-5101 Web: www.cyclin-inn.com Come Cycle In and stay a while at the Cyclin-Up Inn or the Cyclin-Inn. Here you will find 2 three bedroom homes. They both have 2 bathrooms, a fully stocked kitchen, a formal dining room with a table that extends out and a large back yard. While you are here, you can enjoy horse drawn wagon rides in the summer and sleigh rides thru the woods in the winter. Jeep tours are another big attraction for outdoors enthusiasts. The Cyclin-Up house looks over the Cyclin-Inn and is about 1 block away. The Cyclin-Inn house is located on the trail/river. |
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Docs Auto Body & Repair 210 2nd Avenue Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-3598 Web: www.docsautorepair.com Doc's Auto Body And Repair is Whalan, MN's #1 auto repair shop, offering premium automotive service work, body work and car maintenance performed by our top certified mechanics. Modern, full-service body shop for your repair needs - big or small. Tires, batteries, auto glass, brakes, mechanical or any automotive need - Talk to Doc. Make Doc's your first call for quality automotive service and repair. |
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| Eagle Cliff Campground 35455 State Hwy 16 Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-2598 Web: www.eagle-cliff.com Located just three miles east of Lanesboro, Minnesota, Eagle Cliff offers something for everyone. Cyclists, water enthusiasts, fishermen and hunters will enjoy the natural beauty of the area, the Root River, and the 60-mile paved trail. Accommodations include riverfront tent sites, full hookups, and a five-room motel on site. Eagle Cliff offers group camping, a picnic area, private canoe launch and wonderfully-clean central restrooms. Come, relax and enjoy the beautiful Root River valley! |
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| Gator Greens Mini Golf 439 Half Street Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 272-2149 Located on the Root River Trail 4 miles east of Lanesboro, in Whalan, is the areas finest lighted sculpted 9 hole miniature golf course. It offers a challenge each time it is played. Picnic areas are available. Call to schedule after hour tee times for groups of 4 or more. |
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| Treasures on the Trail 431 Hakf Street Whalan, MN 55949 Phone: (507) 467-2015 An Artisan Boutique – Quality items at affordable prices! |
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