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University researchers find 356 historic racial covenants in Sherburne County; data to be posted online
Summary
Mapping Prejudice researchers reported finding 356 Sherburne County properties with racial covenants—many clustered around lakes and disproportionately dated after 1948—and said maps and supporting student research will be published for public use; homeowners can record an affidavit disavowing covenants if they choose.
University of Minnesota Libraries researchers and local partners presented findings from the Mapping Prejudice project to the Sherburne County Board on Nov. 12, 2025, reporting 356 properties in the county that at one time carried racial covenants.
Michael Kory, who presented for the Mapping Prejudice team, said most covenants use language restricting conveyance to the "Caucasian race" and that the county distribution shows a concentration around lakes and certain…
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