Northfield, MN
Music connected to Northfield
About Northfield
- • Actress Tippi Hedren, known for Hitchcock's "The Birds", was born in Northfield.
- • Malt-O-Meal cereal originated in Northfield and is still produced there.
- • The Defeat of Jesse James Days, recreating the 1876 bank raid, brought fame.
- • Northfield has two colleges, making it a lively hub of intellectual activity.
- • The Cannon River floods in 2010 caused significant damage in the area.
- • Named for John W. North, it was established in 1856 and incorporated in 1875.
- • With around 20,000 residents, it's smaller than nearby Faribault.
- • The elevation is 935 feet, offering views of the Cannon River Valley.
- • Education and healthcare are major employers in Northfield.
- • There's a charming, intellectual feel with a strong sense of community.
- • The Minnesota Twins are the closest MLB team, winning the World Series in 1987 and 1991.
- • St. Olaf and Carleton colleges maintain a historic cross-town athletic rivalry.