HISTORY
In addition to making a name for itself within the medical community, Rochester also is a tech hub, thanks in part to IBM’s presence in the city since 1956. Since its establishment in Rochester, the IBM facility has been at the center of developing systems hardware, firmware, and software as well as key contributors in the delivery of some of the world’s fastest systems, chips, Quantum computing, patents, and IBM’s Cloud strategy. Rochester certainly has a lot to be proud of across a myriad of industries, including the communications industry as the city is home to Rochester Post-Bulletin, one of the oldest newspapers in Minnesota. The newspaper can track its heritage to the Rochester City Post, a newspaper established in 1859, a year after Minnesota’s statehood was established. Over its long-standing history, the newspaper has covered everything from the growth of Rochester to news of the Civil War to the Mayo family’s impact on the community.
Since its incorporation in 1858, Rochester has been home to tremendous growth and innovation whether it be in healthcare, technology, or the many diverse industries that call our city home. Just as it has throughout its storied history, Rochester will continue to create history for generations to come.
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