Welcome to Hastings, Minnesota, founded in 1857 and home to approximately 22,172 residents. This charming small town nestled along the Mississippi River boasts a rich history, with landmarks like the LeDuc Historic Estate and Vermillion Falls Park. Notable figures such as World War II hero Richard Earl Cole, one of the Doolittle Raiders, hail from this quaint town. Hastings also has sister city relationships with both Prescott, Wisconsin, and Ōno, Japan, adding to its global charm.
