About the Area

Residents of Shade Tree enjoy the advantages of small-town living in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. The long-term and caring staff maintain a high standard of quality-driven service.

Residents interact with the community by attending local events, as well as entertaining area youth, church and civic groups. The surrounding area is rich in spiritual opportunities. Churches of all denominations are available. Residents can attend services or services can be provided.

The village of Brownton, population 850, is located in west-central Minnesota. It is approximately 75 miles west of Minneapolis on Highway 212. The primary industries in the area are dairying, farming (corn, soybeans, alfalfa, peas and sweet corn) and light manufacturing.

Brownton was founded in 1878 with the arrival of the railroad to the more westerly parts of McLeod County. Brownton received its name from Captain Alonzo Brown in honor of his brother, Charles, who died in the battle of Corinth, during the Civil War.