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Falcon Heights, MN

Falcon Heights is a suburb of Saint Paul and a city in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 5,321 at the 2010 census. It became a village in 1949 and a city in 1973.

Falcon Heights is the home of the University of Minnesota's St. Paul Campus; the Gabbert Raptor Center and Les Bolstad Golf Course, the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, and the Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakotah Life. Its University Grove neighborhood is known for its modern architecture.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.24 square miles (5.80 km2), of which 2.23 square miles (5.78 km2) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km2) is water. Minnesota Highway 51 / Snelling Avenue serves as a main route in the community. Falcon Heights is bordered by Lauderdale to the west, St. Paul to the south and east, and Roseville to the north and east.

Heman Gibbs settled in the 1850s near the modern intersection of Cleveland and Larpenteur Avenues. His homestead is on the National Register of Historic Places and his home is a county museum. On September 2, 1901, then-Vice President Theodore Roosevelt first publicly used the African proverb "Speak softly and carry a big stick" in a speech at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, which was still a part of St. Paul at the time. Roosevelt became president just two weeks later, upon the assassination of William McKinley, and built the phrase into his concept of Big Stick Diplomacy.

Between the 1910s and 1930s, Curtiss Northwest Airport was located at the intersection of Snelling and Larpenteur Avenues. The airfield was important in Minnesota aviation history, hosting Charles Lindbergh, Speed Holman, and Phoebe Fairgrave. Part of the land is now a city park named Curtiss Field.

In the 1930s, a real estate agent named Faulkner developed land owned by a 3M executive and named this development—Falcon Heights—after himself. The first house arose in 1937.

In 1949 residents rejected annexation by Roseville or St. Paul, and voted to incorporate themselves. The expanded Falcon Heights included the University of Minnesota Golf Course and Test Fields as well as the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Two-thirds of Falcon Heights is public land, chiefly the university and state fair (Minnesota State Fair).

Health and wellness are paramount in Falcon Heights, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The New Wave Home Health Care stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Falcon Heights Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Neighborhood Workouts and Yoga by Falcon Heights. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Falcon Heights, such as the Lake Como Loop Trail and Como Park Loop. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Falcon Heights, MN are the Bell Museum, Gibbs Farm, and The Goldstein Museum of Design.

Population: 5,073 (2022). ZIP code: 55108. Area code(s): 651. Elevation: 961 ft (293 m). Area: 2.24 sq mi (5.80 km2). 

FAQs

Is Falcon Heights, MN a good place to live?

Falcon Heights is in Ramsey County and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Falcon Heights offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Falcon Heights, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Falcon Heights and residents tend to have moderate political views.

What is the history of Falcon Heights, MN?

Settlement of the area began as early as 1843, six years before Minnesota became an official territory. Credit for the first settlement is generally granted to Stephen Desnoyer, who established his home on the banks of the Mississippi River near the present site of the Town and Country Golf Course. The family of Isaac Rose also settled in the area in 1843. Rose Township was named after Isaac Rose as a reward for his assistance in the federal land survey of 1850.

What is the crime in Falcon Heights, MN?

The crime rate in Falcon Heights is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 30 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Falcon Heights is 1 in 34. Based on FBI crime data, Falcon Heights is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Minnesota, Falcon Heights has a crime rate that is higher than 93% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

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City of Falcon Heights

New Wave Home Health Care 

Falcon Heights Parks and Recreation Department

Neighborhood Workouts 

Yoga by Falcon Heights

Lake Como Loop Trail 

Como Park Loop

Bell Museum

Gibbs Farm

The Goldstein Museum of Design

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History

Neighborhoodscout

The content herein is provided for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Medical information changes constantly, and therefore the content on this website should not be assumed to be current, complete or exhaustive. Always seek the advice of your doctor before starting or changing treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, please call your doctor or 9-1-1 (in the United States) immediately.