Welcome to City of Dawson - This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. City of Dawson... the small city with the bright future!
The City of Dawson is a progressive community located on the prairies of west central Minnesota maintaining a quality of life surpassed by none. The city excels with excellent school and health care systems, promotion of new industry and the support of existing businesses.
This community is blessed with many active and caring people which have supported the parks, golf course, and the new aquatic center providing recreation to both young and old alike. The Dawson/Boyd Arts Center satisfies our appetite for the arts and theater.
Walking Trail The Lac qui Parle River flows through the community providing an environment of quiet and stress free living. Dawson’s walking trail is located adjacent to the river encompassed by trees, flowers, and native vegetation providing a sanctuary for everything and everyone.
Beautifully renovated homes, well kept lawns and gardens are a common sight in Dawson. From the renovation of older homes, the building of new homes, apartments and townhouses, Dawson offers a variety of fine living.
We invite you to visit. You won’t want to leave!
Construction Corner
Click the button below for the latest weekly updates on the City of Dawson's street and utility construction projects. Just another way we are working to to better serve our community!
Pet Licensing
The City of Dawson requires all pets in the city limits to be licensed. This is service provided through the Dawson Vet Clinic.
Be a good neighbor. Please pick up your yard. Police will be enforcing blight ordinances.
Featured News
Note change of location
5/20/2025
Please note the change of location for the town hall meeting with the representatives tomorrow, May 21st. The new meeting place is the library mezzanine at 676 Pine Street. Please enter the south door. The elevator is available for those who need it. Thank you.
