Lac qui Parle Mission

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151 Arnie Anderson Dr
Montevideo, MN 56265

Lac qui Parle Mission, located in Montevideo, MN, is a historical site where Joseph Renville collaborated with missionaries to develop the first written Dakota alphabet. The name "Lac qui Parle" translates from French to "Lake that speaks," reflecting the area's cultural significance.

Managed by the Chippewa County Historical Society, the site offers visitors the opportunity to explore trails on foot or horseback while observing local wildlife, including whitetail deer, geese, and nesting pelicans. This unique destination highlights the origins of the written Dakota language and its historical context.

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