Gotha is an

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in Carver County,

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, United States. The community lies on the boundary line between Benton and Hancock Townships. Gotha is located four miles south of

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at the junction of Carver County Roads 50 and 53.

History

A post office was established at Gotha in 1884, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1902. The community was named after Gotha, in Germany.

References

Unincorporated communities in Carver County, Minnesota Unincorporated communities in Minnesota {{CarverCountyMN-geo-stub