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Introduction to Grand Forks, North Dakota
Grand Forks, North Dakota, in Grand Forks county, is 73 miles N of Fargo, North Dakota and 271 miles NW of Minneapolis, Minnesota. About 49,321 people live in Grand Forks.
Grand Forks History
Grand Forks was originally an important trading and meeting point for Native American tribes. Early fur trappers and French explorers referred the area as Les Grandes Fourches. The first post office of the area was established on June 15, 1870. A steamboat captain named Alexander Griggs, who platted the city in 1875, is regarded as “The Father of Grand Forks.” Grand Forks was incorporated on February 22, 1881.
Grand Forks and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Grand Forks
One can visit the Turtle River State Park while in Grand Forks. Those interested in the area’s history may enjoy a trip to the North Dakota Museum of Art, the Myra Museum or Heritage Village. The Columbia Mall is the local shopping center. Riverside Park, Lincoln Park, University Park, Central Park and Elks Park are some of the local parks. Every year, Grand Forks hosts festivals like the Grand Cities Art Fest, the Rhubarb Festival and the Greater Grand Forks Fair and Exhibition.
Grand Forks Transportation
Grand Forks International Airport is nearby.
Grand Forks Higher Education
The city is home to the University of North Dakota. Minnesota State University-Moorhead, the North Dakota State College of Science and North Dakota State University also provide higher education in the area.
Grand Forks strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in North Dakota):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Comparing Grand Forks to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in North Dakota (State):
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