Relocation
Would you like to relocate for small town living? Retiring? Vacationland?
Throughout the year, the Aitkin area offers an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities and a variety of cultural activities and shopping experiences.
Take a trip to the Jaques Art Center, Depot Museum and Aitkin Library and they will provide a cultural experience for visitors to the area.
The Retail Business District offers shopping experiences that range from antiques to zippers and a variety of restaurants. The Rialto Theatre with its art deco design and wide screen offers first run movies year around.
Two industrial parks and a small business incubator signify the importance of manufacturing to Aitkin.
Health care, education and county government contribute to keeping the local economy balanced.
The largest employers are Riverwood HealthCare Center, Aitkin Public Schools, Aicota Health Care Center, Aitkin Irons Works, and Grand Casino Mille Lacs.
Turkey, beef and specialty farms surround Aitkin with wild rice adding to the economic diversity of the community.
A wide array of churches and denominations are represented in the Aitkin area. Over two dozen civic and service organizations join forces to make the community stronger. Aitkin is not just a nice place to visit; it is a great place to live. It truly is a “full service” community, with excellent educational and medical facilities, as well as legal, financial and professional services. Only 2 hours from the Twin Cities, here you can enjoy the small town atmosphere, solid work force and low crime rate offered by an “up north” community.
Natural resources are in abundance with hundreds of lakes, the Mississippi River and the Ripple River surrounding the community. 365 lakes (one for every day of the year) are within 10 minutes (as the crow flies) of the only stoplight in Aitkin County, which just happens to be located in downtown Aitkin where Minnesota highways 210 and 169 meet.
The Aitkin Area has something to do for everyone, even if your favorite sport is relaxing. The Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce office provides the Aitkin Lakes Area Property and Construction Guide to assist you in planning and preparing a move to the area. This publication is FREE and offers a directory for everything form realtors to planning and zoning.
For more information, call: 927-2316, or 1-800-526-8342, fax: 218-927-4494. E-mail: upnorth@aitkin.com or visit our website at www.aitkin.com