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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Green_GiantGreen Giant - Wikipedia

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   Jolly Green Giant statue in Blue Earth, Minnesota. "The Valley of the Jolly Green Giant" refers to the Minnesota River valley around Le Sueur.Today, just before dropping down into the valley heading south on U.S. Route 169 an enormous wooden sign of the Jolly Green Giant, along with the Little Green Sprout, is visible with the caption "Welcome to the Valley."

2. theminnesotatraveler.com8 Best Things to do in Blue Earth, MN - The Minnesota Traveler

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   • Jolly Green Giant. Blue Earth, MN is known for its rich agricultural roots. In the past, Blue Earth was home to a vegetable canning factory, Green Giant.
   • Best Fudge In Town. On your way to the Jolly Green Giant, you need to stop at the Shell Food Mart, located just off of I90 and Highway 169. They have the BEST fudge.
   • Cedar Inn. Are you looking for an old-fashioned local town and relaxed fun eating experience? Blue Earth has a drive-in eatery called the Cedar Inn. You can pull up with your car, order, have the food delivered and eat without leaving your vehicle.
   • Cabin Coffee Co. Looking for a coffee shop. Yep, Blue Earth has one. Enjoy a cup of coffee located just off of the I90. Cabin Coffe Co. is a small franchise offering coffee and food items.

3. thewalkingtourists.com › wearin-o-green-blue-earthWearin' o' the Green: Blue Earth, Minnesota, home to Green ...

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   Mar 17, 2017 · Standing more than 55 feet tall, he greets people to Blue Earth, Minnesota, just off Interstate 90. The giant has been located in a city park since 1979. Long the symbol of Green Giant vegetables, the character is known for the iconic line, “Ho, Ho, Green Giant.”. Blue Earth has been home to a Green Giant production facility for decades.

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4. www.roadsideamerica.com › story › 2127Jolly Green Giant, Blue Earth, Minnesota - Roadside America

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   Address: 1130 Giant Drive, Blue Earth, MN. Directions: I-90 exit 119. Drive south on US-169 for a half-mile. At the traffic circle take the first right onto MN-44, then an immediate left onto Giant Drive. Phone: 507-526-2916. RA Rates:

   • Location: 1130 Giant Drive, Blue Earth, MN

5. www.exploreminnesota.com › profile › jolly-greenJolly Green Giant Museum - Explore Minnesota

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   Jolly Green Giant Museum. 1134 Giant Drive Blue Earth, MN 56013. (507) 526-2916 (Phone) View Website. Send Email.

   • Location: 1134 Giant Drive, Blue Earth, 56013, MN

   • Phone: (507) 526-2916

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6. www.vroomvroomvroom.com › green-giant-blue-earthWorld's Tallest Jolly Green Giant in Blue Earth, Minnesota

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   Well, in 1977, local radio station owner Paul Hedberg approached the Green Giant company President Thomas Wyman to ask permission to build a statue of their company mascot. Hedberg raised around $50,000 from local businesses and the next year, Blue Earth paid to construct the 55-foot Big Fiberglass Statue. It was completed and opened to the ...

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   Does Blue Earth have a vegetable canning factory?

   • In the past, Blue Earth was home to a vegetable canning factory, Green Giant. The vegetables processed are all grown locally–specifically sweet corn and peas. You really can’t miss the Green Giant statue. Take the Blue Earth exit from I90 and travel about a half mile south and look up. There he is. All 55′ of him, with a 4′ smile.

   8 Best Things to do in Blue Earth, MN - The Minnesota Traveler

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   Are green giant green beans still processed in Blue Earth?

   • Green Giant green beans are still processed here. Green Giant vegetables. Capitalizing on its association with the giant, Blue Earth is home to a Green Giant Museum at the chamber of commerce building downtown. A tour of the memorabilia gives visitors a close-up look at the history of Green Giant and people’s fascination with the mascot.

   Wearin’ o’ the Green: Blue Earth, Minnesota, home to Green Giant

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   Who makes Green Giant vegetables?

   • The Minnesota Valley Canning Company opened its doors in 1903 in Le Sueur. In 1925, the first Green Giant product rolled off the line. It was for sweet peas. The company changed its name to Green Giant. Three years later, the Green Giant character was introduced. Green Giant vegetables has been owned by a few more companies since its introduction.

   Wearin’ o’ the Green: Blue Earth, Minnesota, home to Green Giant

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   Where are green giant green beans made?

   • The giant has been located in a city park since 1979. Long the symbol of Green Giant vegetables, the character is known for the iconic line, “Ho, Ho, Green Giant.” Blue Earth has been home to a Green Giant production facility for decades. Green Giant green beans are still processed here. Green Giant vegetables.

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   When did Jolly Green Giant come to Blue Earth?

   • 1978: Jolly Green Giant at the great joining of I-90. The Giant arrived in Blue Earth just in time to preside over the dedication of the Golden Stripe, which marked the meeting-point between I-90's east and west construction crews. The Giant was hung by a cable from a crane, since Hedberg hadn't yet found a spot for the statue to stand.

   Jolly Green Giant, Blue Earth, Minnesota - Roadside America

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   What is Blue Earth MN known for?

   • Blue Earth, MN is known for its rich agricultural roots. In the past, Blue Earth was home to a vegetable canning factory, Green Giant. The vegetables processed are all grown locally–specifically sweet corn and peas. You really can’t miss the Green Giant statue. Take the Blue Earth exit from I90 and travel about a half mile south and look up.

   8 Best Things to do in Blue Earth, MN - The Minnesota Traveler

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8. www.cbsnews.com › minnesota › newsFinding Minnesota: The Valley Of The Jolly Green Giant

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   Feb 28, 2011 · Blue Earth is one of those communities where generations grew up canning Green Giant vegetables. And for more than 30 years, a 60-foot Green Giant statue has drawn thousands of visitors to the ...