Interested in fun facts and the history of Willmar, MN?
Then read on!
- The city of Willmar was named after H.O. Willmar, a railroad surveyor.
- Willmar is home to the world's largest candy stick located at the Candy Cane Park. It is 22 feet long and weighs 900 pounds.
- The city has a large population of Somali immigrants and is home to the Somali Museum of Minnesota.
- Willmar is known for its natural attractions, such as the 1,000-acre Robbins Island Regional Park and the nearby Sibley State Park.
- The Willmar Municipal Airport is one of the busiest airports in the state, with over 12,000 flights a year.
- The city is home to two colleges, Ridgewater College and Minnesota West Community & Technical College.
- Willmar had a prominent role in the farm cooperative movement in the United States, and the Cooperative Hall of Fame is located in the city.
- Willmar has a sister city relationship with Ishii, a city in Japan.