Population9,671 (2020 Census)
A community shaped by learning and agriculture
Stevens County, MinnesotaMorris is the county seat of Stevens County. Its library, historic school buildings and agricultural research facilities are represented in the supplied county photographs.
Stevens County at a Glance
Population9,671 (2020 Census)
County SeatMorris
StateMinnesota
Established1862
ZIP CodesVaries by address
Total Area, Including Water575.4 square miles (2020 Census)
Travel ConditionsCheck Minnesota 511
Telephone Area CodesVaries by community
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Stevens County
Morris is the county seat of Stevens County. Its library, historic school buildings and agricultural research facilities are represented in the supplied county photographs.
Explore the places shown in the county photo collection, then check hours and public access before visiting. Historic buildings may be privately owned.
What Shapes Us
Place and Character
Morris is the county seat of Stevens County. Its library, historic school buildings and agricultural research facilities are represented in the supplied county photographs.
The Local Story
Stevens County was established in 1862. Its county seat is Morris.
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A Closer Look
Stevens County
Places and perspectives from Stevens County
MPR News — Minnesota
MPR News hosts Senate debate between Flanagan, Tafoya
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MPR News hosts Senate debate between Flanagan, Tafoya
Democratic nominee Peggy Flanagan and Republican nominee Michele Tafoya appear at noon Friday in their only scheduled debate…
Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Sam Zimmerman paints his North Shore roots
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Government
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Schools
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Health
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Public Safety
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Emergency Preparedness
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State Parks
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Trails
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Utilities
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Libraries
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Courts
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Driver and Vehicle Services
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Transportation
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Postal Services
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Veterans
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Employment
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Local Questions
Stevens County Questions, Answered
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Morris is the county seat of Stevens County.
The 2020 Census records 575.4 square miles, including land and water. U.S. Census county table.
Morris is the county seat of Stevens County. Its library, historic school buildings and agricultural research facilities are represented in the supplied county photographs.
Use USPS ZIP Code Lookup for a specific street address.
Use Minnesota 511 for current travel information.
Browse the Minnesota DNR state park directory and check each location before visiting.
Use the Minnesota DVS location finder.
Check the National Weather Service for your destination.
The gallery presents places from the supplied Stevens County photo collection. Images may show historic appearances rather than current conditions.
A photograph does not establish public access. Confirm opening hours and respect private property.
The county wire uses Minnesota statewide feeds from MPR News and MinnPost.
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