Tag: Hurley

Various street signs in West St. Paul, Minnesota.

The Origin of Street Names in West St. Paul

The street names in West St. Paul reflect a history of early city founders, farmers, and financiers who helped build the city we know today. We’ll explore the origins of West St. Paul’s street names.

Racist Deeds Banned People of Color From Homes in Dakota County

A study of Dakota County property records has unearthed racist language that sought to segregate and discriminate against people of color. While unenforceable, so far these racial covenants have been found in more than 40 West St. Paul properties.

Then & Now: Hurley House

The Hurley house at 1010 Oakdale, once known as the “cannon house,” was built by one of West St. Paul’s earliest settlers.

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