Abita Springs, Louisiana facts for kids
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Abita Springs, Louisiana
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The pavilion building was originally constructed for the World Cotton Centennial 1884 Worlds Fair in New Orleans
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"Where Nature Performs Miracles"
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Location of Abita Springs in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | St. Tammany |
| Incorporated | 1903 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.60 sq mi (11.91 km2) |
| • Land | 4.59 sq mi (11.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
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| • Total | 2,631 |
| • Density | 573.45/sq mi (221.39/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 985 |
| FIPS code | 22-00240 |
Abita Springs is a small town in Louisiana, United States. It's located in St. Tammany Parish. In 2020, about 2,631 people lived there. The town is part of the larger New Orleans metropolitan area.
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History of Abita Springs
Abita Springs was first a village of the Choctaw Indian people. Its name comes from nearby natural springs that were believed to have healing powers. The Choctaw people used these grounds for burials and ceremonies until the late 1800s.
Geography of Abita Springs
Abita Springs is located at 30°28′34″N 90°2′6″W / 30.47611°N 90.03500°W. This tells us its exact spot on a map.
The town covers an area of about 11.6 square kilometers (4.5 square miles). All of this area is land.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 365 | — | |
| 1920 | 388 | 6.3% | |
| 1930 | 471 | 21.4% | |
| 1940 | 528 | 12.1% | |
| 1950 | 559 | 5.9% | |
| 1960 | 655 | 17.2% | |
| 1970 | 839 | 28.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,072 | 27.8% | |
| 1990 | 1,296 | 20.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,957 | 51.0% | |
| 2010 | 2,365 | 20.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,631 | 11.2% | |
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Who Lives in Abita Springs?
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 2,143 | 81.45% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 143 | 5.44% |
| Native American | 8 | 0.3% |
| Asian | 9 | 0.34% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.04% |
| Other/Mixed | 112 | 4.26% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 215 | 8.17% |
In 2020, there were 2,631 people living in Abita Springs. These people made up 1,010 households. About 636 of these were families.
In 2000, the town had 1,957 residents. Most people were White (95.30%). About 3.01% were African American.
Households and Age
In 2000, 37.5% of households had children under 18. Most households (58.0%) were married couples. About 22.3% of all households were people living alone.
The average household had 2.59 people. The average family had 3.07 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 28.5% were under 18 years old. About 10.6% were 65 years or older. The average age in town was 35 years.
Economy and Attractions
Abita Springs has some interesting businesses and attractions.
Abita Brewing Company
The Abita Brewing Company started in 1986. It's a special kind of brewery called a "microbrewery." In 1994, they added a restaurant where people could eat and drink. Abita's beer is made using the pure water from the town's natural artesian wells.
UCM Museum (Abita Mystery House)
The UCM Museum is a fun place to visit in Abita Springs. People also call it the "Abita Mystery House." It has a unique collection of old items, especially electronics and arcade games. The museum also shows off many cool art pieces made by its owner, John Preble.
Abita Springs Opry
The Abita Springs Opry is a group that works to keep Louisiana's traditional "roots music" alive. They put on six concerts each year. These concerts feature folk music artists from all over the United States. You can watch the concerts at the Abita Springs Town Hall. They are also shown on some radio stations and TV channels.
Education in Abita Springs
The St. Tammany Parish Public Schools system runs the public schools in the area.
- Abita Springs Elementary School (Grades K-3)
- Abita Springs Middle School (Grades 4-6)
- Fontainebleau Junior High School (Grades 7-8)
- Fontainebleau High School (Grades 9-12)
The St. Tammany Parish Library has a branch in Abita Springs. For older students, there are two community colleges nearby: Northshore Technical Community College and Delgado Community College.
Notable People
- Dick Hart, a professional golfer
- David Lohr, a crime writer
- Bunny Matthews, a cartoonist and writer
- Michael G. Strain, a veterinarian and Louisiana's Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner
See also
In Spanish: Abita Springs para niños
