The Minnesota State Census Bureau has published population and steets statistics for the city of Minneapolis since 1855. Most residents (15 and older) work in private businesses, while only 4.2% own and operate their own business. About two-thirds of the workforce is employed in manufacturing, while 18 percent are employed in construction trades. The rest are employed in education and retail. There are also several Native American groups in the city.
The Dakota tribes lived in the area where Minneapolis is located today. They believed in a Great Spirit and were surprised to find the religious beliefs of the European settlers. Today, Minneapolis boasts dozens of famous churches, and more than fifty denominations. Most New England settlers were Christian Protestants, Quakers, or Universalists. The most prominent church in the city is Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, which was built by a Universalist congregation in 1856. Later, it was purchased by a French Catholic congregation and serves as a parish church.
The Minneapolis Institute of Art was built in 1915 in south-central Minneapolis. The Institute of Arts is the largest art museum in the city. The city is also home to Prince, one of the most popular musical progeny. The city also hosts the Orchestra Hall, where classical music is performed and new operas are produced. The MN Spoken Word Association is also headquartered in the city. These organizations are a great way to explore the city and the people who live here.