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The Only Black Earth in the World!
That’s the official motto for the Village of Black Earth, named in the 1850s for
its rich, loamy soil. Black Earth is surrounded by unglaciated bluffs that are plush
and green throughout the summer, alight with color in the fall, and stunning when
capped with snow. The village is home to a variety of businesses, a restored train
depot that now acts as a museum, a fivestar supper club, a vibrant local newspaper
and the Black Earth Creek, a class one trout stream.
Starting in June, the popular Concerts in the Park series get underway in Black
Earth’s Veteran’s Memorial Park, located right in the middle of town. The Black
Earth Chamber of Commerce and TDS Telecom, the local telephone company, join forces
to hire local professional bands who give Tuesday night concerts for six weeks,
through the month of July. The music ranges from bluegrass and celtic to country
and rock, and there’s always plenty of food. In early August, Black Earth relives
the tradition of the farming community’s pre-harvest celebration with Field Days,
which includes family-oriented activities all weekend and live music in the beer
tent Saturday night.
The fun continues through Sunday with the annual Field Days parade and more live
music. Kickball and washer tournaments help participants and fans alike work up
a thirst, and there’s plenty of booth games and rides for the kids.
Read more about the history of the Black Earth area.