Pierz MN Community Information
Pierz MN 56364 is in the heart of Central Minnesota. Originally settled in the 1860's by German Catholics, the area has become a blend of cultural backgrounds. One of the most beautiful spots in Pierz is the naturally landscaped, 9-hole golf course with its clubhouse and pro-shop. The adjoining park/campground offers two large picnic shelters with kitchen facilities, updated camp sites, a swimming beach, basketball court, new horseshoe courts, and a playground!The Pierz Legion Ball Park is a sight to see! It features a lighted baseball field complete with sprinkling system, grandstand, and adjoining practice field. Pierz Healy High School's lighted tennis courts are open to the public. The former Soo Railroad Line has found a new life as a snowmobile and ATV trail spanning from Genola to Duluth. Part of Morrison County's 250 miles of groomed snowmobile trails travel through Pierz where snowmobilers are always welcome.
The community is supportive of education for all ages. The blend of public and private quality elementary education, combined with quality high school programming makes District 484 an award winning district. A stable and diverse economic base has supported Pierz throughout its history. Businesses ranging from hardware to hair care line our mile long Main Street. The City of Pierz had it's beginnings in 1869 when Pierz Township was established under the namesake of Father Francis Xavier Pierz. Incorporated under the name of Rich Prairie in 1892, the 48 citizens voted unanimously to change the name of their city to Pierz in honor of Father Pierz, a Slovenian-born Indian missionary priest who established St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The Church still stands as a prominent feature and social gathering place in the center of town.
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The community is supportive of education for all ages. The blend of public and private quality elementary education, combined with quality high school programming makes District 484 an award winning district. A stable and diverse economic base has supported Pierz throughout its history. Businesses ranging from hardware to hair care line our mile long Main Street. The City of Pierz had it's beginnings in 1869 when Pierz Township was established under the namesake of Father Francis Xavier Pierz. Incorporated under the name of Rich Prairie in 1892, the 48 citizens voted unanimously to change the name of their city to Pierz in honor of Father Pierz, a Slovenian-born Indian missionary priest who established St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The Church still stands as a prominent feature and social gathering place in the center of town.
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