About Shakopee
The City of Shakopee is located in the southwest corner of the Twin Cities metropolitan area, 23 miles from Minneapolis, on the Minnesota River. Residents of Shakopee enjoy both the atmosphere of a small town and the resources of a thriving metropolitan area.
Incorporated in 1857 as a booming river town, today Shakopee is the county seat of Scott County, one of the fastest growing counties in the United States.
The City has its own downtown central business district, regional medical center and business park and is home to regional entertainment attractions such as Historic Murphy’s Landing, Valleyfair Amusement Park and Canterbury Park. Major community partners such as the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, Entrust, St. Francis Regional Medical Center and many others not only support the community but learning opportunities for Shakopee students.
Photo courtesy of Bill Schleper
What makes Shakopee truly special is its remarkable ability to blend profound history, dynamic entertainment, strong family values and a thriving business environment, all while staying true to its essential roots. This unwavering authenticity is precisely what has kept the community so unified and made it one of the most caring and connected places you'll find in the Twin Cities.