Explore Morris, Minnesota, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Morris |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Stevens County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 45.586072 |
| Longitude | -95.913941 |
| Population | 5,105 |
| Density | 419.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 56267 |
| Area Code | 320 |
| County Seat | Morris |
| School District | Morris Area Public Schools |
Morris occupies a broad expanse of the Upper Midwest, where the horizon stretches wide across the flat, fertile plains. It lies 33.1 miles southwest of Alexandria, MN (from Alexandria, MN: bearing 232°T), and is situated 24.1 miles northwest of Benson. The landscape around Morris remains defined by the quiet presence of Crystal Lake, which anchors the immediate terrain with its still, reflective surface. Only a few miles away, the Pomme de Terre River winds through the soil, carving a subtle path that supports the surrounding vegetation. During the long, cold winters, the land takes on a muted, silver light, while the warmer months reveal fields that glow with the deep greens of cultivated crops. In the distance, the faint, elevated silhouette of Runestone Hill rises as a reminder of the geological history held within this inland expanse.
Agricultural roots run deep in Morris, shaping the local economy and the steady, industrious pace of its residents. Early settlers were drawn to the productivity of the soil, establishing a foundation that persists today in the modern machinery and grain elevators that define the skyline. The presence of the University of Minnesota Morris has further diversified the local character, shifting the focus toward education and the intellectual life of the plains. Businesses here operate with a quiet consistency, reflective of a community that values the labor of the hands as much as the growth of the mind. Even as industries evolve, the rhythm of work in Morris remains tethered to the seasonal cycles of planting and harvest.
Cultural expression in Morris finds its voice in the shared heritage of those who have made this place their permanent home. Kjenstad Park provides a communal space where the social life of the residents unfolds against a backdrop of native grasses and open sky. Notable individuals who have contributed to the larger world, such as the accomplished author and poet Robert Bly, have carried the influence of these wide, thoughtful landscapes into their creative work. Local gatherings and university events foster a sense of connection that bridges the gap between the quiet rural surroundings and a broader, more global perspective. Life in Morris proceeds with a deliberate grace, where the clarity of the air at dusk seems to sharpen the focus on what truly matters to those living here.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Morris, Minnesota. Coordinates: 45.586072, -95.913941. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Morris includes the ZIP code (56267), telephone area code (320), county seat of Stevens County (Morris), and school district assignment (Morris Area Public Schools).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |