Adena, Ohio facts for kids
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Adena, Ohio
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Ann E. Lewis Bernhard House
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Location of Adena in Jefferson County and the state of Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| Counties | Jefferson, Harrison |
| Townships | Smithfield, Short Creek |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.54 sq mi (1.39 km2) |
| • Land | 0.54 sq mi (1.39 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 664 |
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646 |
| • Density | 1,236.50/sq mi (477.29/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43901
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| FIPS code | 39-00464 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397916 |
Adena (pronounced ə-DEEN-ə) is a small village located in Ohio, a state in the United States. It is found in the southwestern part of Jefferson County and the southeastern part of Harrison County. In 2020, about 664 people lived there. Adena is also part of the larger Weirton–Steubenville metropolitan area.
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About Adena, Ohio
A Look at Adena's Past
The village of Adena got its name from the famous Adena Mansion. This was the home of Governor Thomas Worthington in Chillicothe, Ohio. John McLaughlin, who was a member of the Ohio General Assembly, suggested the name. This happened when the village was first being created.
A post office was opened in Adena in 1855. Peter Hixon was the first Postmaster. At first, there was no mail delivery route. Once a mail route was set up, John Bendell became the first acting Postmaster. The post office is still open and serving the community today.
Where is Adena?
Adena is a small village in Ohio. According to official measurements, the village covers a total area of about 0.54 square miles (1.39 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Who Lives in Adena?
The number of people living in Adena has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at the population counts from different years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 45 | — | |
| 1910 | 570 | — | |
| 1920 | 724 | 27.0% | |
| 1930 | 1,286 | 77.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,703 | 32.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,517 | −10.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,317 | −13.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,134 | −13.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,062 | −6.3% | |
| 1990 | 842 | −20.7% | |
| 2000 | 815 | −3.2% | |
| 2010 | 759 | −6.9% | |
| 2020 | 664 | −12.5% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 646 | −14.9% | |
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In 2010, there were 759 people living in Adena. Most residents were White. About 21.6% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in the village was about 43.9 years.
Learning and Libraries
Students in Adena attend public schools run by the Buckeye Local School District. This district provides education for children in the area.
Adena also has a public library. It is a branch of the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County. This library offers books and resources for everyone in the community.
Famous People from Adena
Some notable people have come from Adena, Ohio. These individuals have made contributions in different fields.
- Jerry W. Krupinski was a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. He served there from 1987 to 2000.
- Jim Moscrip was a professional football player. He played in the NFL.
See Also
In Spanish: Adena (Ohio) para niños
