getting to know Your neighborhood
The Area
- Founded in 1849
- Population: 8,548 (according to the 2020 census)
- Area: 0.772 sq mi (2.00 km2)
- Zip Code: 55411
- Hennepin County
Jordan is a neighborhood situated on the Northside Minneapolis. It is bordered by Lowry Avenue N. to the north, Emerson Avenue N. to the east, and West Broadway to both the south and west.
History
The neighborhood is named after Charles Jordan, a former superintendent of the Minneapolis Public Schools. Jordan Junior High, now Hmong International Academy, was also his namesake.
Jordan Area Community Council was founded in 1964 by a dedicated group of neighbors committed to grassroots change.
Government
- State Senator Bobby Joe Champion
- 4th Ward Council Member: LaTrisha Vetaw
- 5th Ward Council Member: Pearl Warren
Our ยาย, Chee Xiong (1953-2024)
ยาย (pronounced Yaai) = grandmother in the Thai language
Chee Xiong Memorial Way
Located at the intersection of 26th Ave N. & Knox Ave N. Minneapolis, MN 55411
On the corner of the Chee Xiong Community Garden.
Accomplished in partnership with the family of Chee Xiong (1953–2024), the Jordan Area Community Council, and Dieu Do, assistant to former Councilmember Jeremiah Ellison.
With love for our ยาย, her family, and her dedication to beautifying our community, JACC presents this project in her honor. This lasting tribute stands as one of Councilmember Ellison’s final acts of service to Ward 5.
