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The Renville County Courthouse and Jail is a historic building located at 500 East DePue Avenue in Olivia, Minnesota, United States; the seat of Renville County. It was constructed in 1902. The first courthouse in Renville County was built in Beaver Falls in 1872.
Renville County, located directly across the Minnesota River from the Lower Sioux Agency, was the site of extensive combat during the Dakota War of 1862. The U.S. army's defeats at the Battle of Redwood Ferry and the Battle of Birch Coulee at the hands of the Dakota both occurred in Birch Cooley Township, in addition to numerous Dakota raids on ...
The city and county of Renville were named for Joseph Renville, a man of French and Dakota descent who had extensive knowledge of the wilderness and served as a guide for many expeditions. Renville founded Fort Renville and served as a captain during the War of 1812. He was a courier, interpreter, and founder of the Columbia Fur Company.
The Renville County Historical Museum, located in Morton, Minnesota, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of Renville County.The current main museum building was built in built in 1989 and is operated by the Renville County Historical Society, the museum offers visitors a glimpse into the county's past through a collection of artifacts, photographs, and exhibits.
Emmet Township, Renville County, Minnesota. / 44.76722°N 95.17583°W / 44.76722; -95.17583. Emmet Township is a township in Renville County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 259 at the 2000 census. Emmet Township was organized in 1870, and named for Robert Emmet, leader of the 1803 Irish rebellion. [3]
Martinsburg Township, Renville County, Minnesota. / 44.67139°N 94.69278°W / 44.67139; -94.69278. Martinsburg Township is a township in Renville County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 215 at the 2000 census. Martinsburg Township was organized in 1878, and named for Martin Grummons, the son of a county official. [3]
Beaver Falls Township, Renville County, Minnesota. / 44.59139°N 95.04556°W / 44.59139; -95.04556. Beaver Falls Township is a township in Renville County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 331 at the 2000 census. Beaver Falls Township was organized in 1867, and named for Beaver Creek. [3]
The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.35. In the township the population was spread out, with 31.8% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 19.5% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years.