Milan was established by Norwegian immigrants in 1879 and is still proud of that heritage today. It is a wonderful place to be if you are looking for culture, community, and fun in Chippewa County!
Milan has a rich culture and lots of opportunities to experience it! Pictured here is the Milan Village Arts School. The school offers a wide variety of classes taught by local artists in everything from jewelry to carving, to painting, rosemaling, and so much more.
Milan is also a popular stop on the Meander Art Crawl. Several artists set up in the school and visitors not only get to experience the art being presented but get to see the beautiful venue as well!
The Arv Hus Museum is another place to look to find rich culture in Milan. The museum is a treasure trove of history and culture and is packed with artifacts and photographs. It's a great place to stop and learn the history of Milan and its surrounding area.
Since you are already in downtown Milan, make sure to explore! There's lots of art, delicious food, and wonderful businesses to stop into.
There are lots of exciting events in Milan like the Syttende Mai (Norwegian Constitution Day) which features the "Uff Da! Parade," Norwegian meatballs, krumkaaka, and so many other delicacies. During the annual Spoon Gathering, participants learn to carve spoons and share in its symbolism of family, meals, and friendship. There's also the Christmas Craft Fair in the winter, which is a great place to do holiday shopping for family and friends!
Travel only a few miles away from Milan and you'll find the beautiful Lac qui Parle County & State Park. Enjoy camping, trails, fishing, horse back riding, historic sites and much more!
Right outside of Milan, nestled on the shores of Lac qui Parle Lake, you'll find the Milan Beach Resort, a family owned restaurant and campground. Pull up your camper and stay a while or just stop in for a tasty bite to eat!
Explore Milan further since this is just a tiny preview. There's even more information available at the Western Minnesota Prairie Waters website.