Winona Information: Tickets, Venues, Events and More

The city of Winona is located in the state of Minnesota, United States. Winona falls in the 'Winona County' and is the county-seat of the same. According to the 2000 census, the population of the city stands at 27,069. It was named after the semi-mythical character 'Princess We-Noh-Nah' and is also popular by its nickname 'The Island City'. Winona is also the 'stained glass capital' of the United States.

Winona is situated on the Mississippi River and as per the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of 23.6 square miles, of which around 77.28% is land. The city is particularly renowned for its picturesque setting and scenic beauty. The primary suburbs of this city are Goodview, Stockton, Minnesota City and Homer.

The city's most beautiful and noticeable physical landmark is the 'Sugar Loaf'. Many business corporations have their headquarters in the city, such as the 'Watkins Corporation', the Fastenal, Thern inc., 'RTP Company', 'Winona Canoe and Current Designs Kayaks', 'United Building Centers', 'Bloedow's Donuts', 'WinCraft Sports' and 'Pete's EZ Fishing Products'.

Winona is not only a popular business center but also boasts of a rich cultural history and tradition. The city hosts the annual event 'Steamboat Days'. Another popular event hosted in the city is the 'Great River Shakespeare Festival', which is an annual festival held at the 'Winona State University Performing Arts Center'. The 'Theatre du Mississippi' is another popular cultural center of the city. Another major tourist attraction is the 'Minnesota Marine Art Museum', which features artworks and sculptures by local as well as international artists.