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As a city that sprang up overnight like “magic,” Minot continues to live out its legacy as “The Magic City.” Our ever-growing community still embodies the small town feel and closeness with a thriving economy, hard-working Midwestern workforce, and top-quality academic of excellence. Minot is strategically located in mid-central North Dakota and serves as a trading center for not only the Midwest but also our friends from the North- Canada. Minot is the right location for both your business and your family.
Fun Facts That Make Minot and North Dakota Memorable:
- Minot is home to the North Dakota State Fair
- Minot Air Force Base is the only base in the U.S. Air Force housing two components of the nuclear triad
- Minot hosts the largest Scandinavian festival in North America- the Norsk Høstfest
- The Levitt AMP Minot Music Series will bring up to 10 shows to Citizen's Alley downtown each year through 2028 thanks to a grant from the Levitt Foundation.
- Minot is one of the smallest cities in the U.S. to support a full symphony orchestra
- Minot is the hometown of Hollywood A-list actor, Josh Duhamel
- North Dakota has more national wildlife refuges (62) than any other state.
- North Dakota produces more honey than any other state
- Minot received the Barksdale Trophy in 2019 & 2023 The Barksdale Trophy (Air Force Global Strike Command) is awarded to the community providing the strongest support to an Air Force Global Strike Command base.
- Minot was named a 2025 Great American Defense Community by the Association of Defense Communities (ADC). It’s a national award that recognizes U.S. communities that go above-and-beyond supporting a nearby military installation and the quality of life of service members, veterans, and families. Minot was one of only three communities selected nationwide in 2025, with the recognition centered on its support of Minot Air Force Base and its nuclear-deterrence missions.
- A former grain elevator/silo complex was turned into a massive 360° public-art landmark—very “only-in-Minot” and easy to drive by / stop for pics. If you like industrial-art vibes, the Union Silos” giant mural project is for you!
The Magic City
How did Minot get its nickname as the Magic City? In 1886, railroad construction crews set up their winter camp in Minot, North Dakota, which at that time was located at the end of the Great Northern Railway. Within a short 5 months Minot’s population grew to over 5,000, like “magic.” In 2011, Minot suffered a severe flood. 12,000 people were displaced from their homes, but with community love and support fewer than 300 people were placed into shelters. Those displaced from the flood were absorbed into the community and found comfort in the homes of their friends, families, and community. Today, Minot’s legacy as the Magic City remains stronger than ever.