2019 Map of New Brighton

About this map

The dense northern suburbs of Minneapolis are mapped here at a time of significant institutional and residential maturity. Notable for its concentration of higher education and religious centers, the area includes the United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, Bethel Univ, and the Univ of Northwestern. The landscape is defined by the glacial lakes and waterways typical of this part of Minnesota, with Rice Creek winding through Fridley and Mounds View, while substantial bodies of water like Lake Johanna, Long Lake, and Turtle Lake serve as anchors for the surrounding communities. Historical researchers will find numerous established cemeteries, such as Sunset Memorial Park Cem and Hillside Cem, alongside the sprawling NG Arden Hills Army TS. Conservation efforts are represented by the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, which provides a protected corridor amidst the suburban development.