Lafayette, MN
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- 1,013 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Community life in Lafayette centers around a few favorite gathering spots and long-held traditions. The historic Lafayette Band has played concerts from the downtown Memorial Park bandstand for over a century, filling summer evenings with live music. Over at Lund Park, ball games and Monday food truck nights bring neighbors together from May through September, while the nearby community center hosts local clubs and family celebrations throughout the year.
Located in the farmland of Nicollet County along Highway 15, Lafayette sits about fifteen minutes north of New Ulm. The South Branch Rush River begins right near town, adding to the quiet, open scenery that defines the area. Residents enjoy the calm routine of a small agricultural community, with quick highway access making it easy to head into neighboring cities for work, groceries, and dining.
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