Welcome to City of Ivanhoe City of Ivanhoe… "The Storybook Town"
Ivanhoe is a small city l ocated in Southwest MN in Lincoln County. The city is named from the novel Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott. This is where we get our nickname "The Storybook Town". We are proud of our Polish Heritage. The 2020 census lists Ivanhoe as a community of 617. Ivanhoe has been the county seat since 1902.
The annual Polska Kielbasa Days "Polish Days" is held the second weekend in August. You will find polish sausage, authentic ethnic foods, softball, fireworks, parade and evening entertainment. This is a family friendly event which brings people from around the country home for the weekend.
Support Local Animal Shelter
Looking for a furry friend to become a part of your family? Consider adopting a dog or cat from your local animal shelter. An adopted pet will provide unconditional love and companionship to all.
Conserve Water
It's our most precious natural resource. Every drop counts...
Shop Local
Whether it is a local farmer's market or main street shops, shopping local sustains our community and supports local merchants. A win-win for all!
Featured News
Truth in Taxation
12/8/2025
The Ivanhoe City Council will hold the Truth-in-Taxation Meeting on its budget and the amount of property taxes it is proposing to collect for the cost of city services that will be provided in 2026. All Ivanhoe residents are invited to attend the...
City of Ivanhoe Launches a Brand New Website! Subscribe Today!
10/3/2025
We are excited to announce that our new website has launched and includes all the information our community needs. Check back often, as we will be adding information every day. Subscribe and receive news and alerts via email and text. Let us know what you...