Ahnapee, Wisconsin facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ahnapee, Wisconsin
Town
View from County Trunk S in the vicinity of Rankin
Location in Kewaunee County and the state of Wisconsin
Country	United States
State	Wisconsin
County	Kewaunee
Area
• Total	31.1 sq mi (80.6 km2)
• Land	30.9 sq mi (80.1 km2)
• Water	0.2 sq mi (0.5 km2)
Elevation	587 ft (179 m)
Population  (2010)
• Total	940
• Density	30/sq mi (11.7/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s)	920
FIPS code	55-00600
GNIS feature ID	1582661

Ahnapee (pronounced ANN-ə-pee) is a small town in Kewaunee County, Wisconsin, United States. It is located along the Ahnapee River. In 2010, about 940 people lived here. The Ahnapee State Trail, a popular path for walking and biking, goes right through the town.

Exploring Ahnapee's Communities

Ahnapee is home to a few smaller communities. These places have their own unique stories and history.

Bruemmerville: A Historic Mill Town

Bruemmerville is a small, unnamed community. It is found west of Algoma. This area was named after Henry Bruemmer. He bought a grist mill (a mill that grinds grain) in 1866. He also started a brick factory here.

Kodan: A Quiet Hamlet

Kodan (pronounced KOH-dən) is another small, unnamed community. It is located where County Roads D and M meet. It is a quiet, peaceful hamlet.

Rankin: A Farming Settlement

Rankin is an unnamed community southwest of Algoma. It started as a German farming settlement. It was first known as Kuke's Corners. In 1886, a post office opened. The community was then named after Joseph Rankin. He was a local businessman, politician, and soldier.

The Story of Ahnapee

The name Ahnapee comes from the Ojibwe people. It means "when." This name connects the town to its Native American roots.

Early Settlers and Growth

The first settlers arrived in the Ahnapee area in 1851. They came from Manitowoc. The town's first mill and store opened in 1855. By 1856, ships regularly traveled from the port.

From Village to City

The village of Ahnapee officially became a village in 1873. Samuel Perry became its first mayor in 1879. Later, in 1897, the village (which had become a city) changed its name to "Algoma."

Connecting the Town

The first newspaper in the area, The Ahnapee Record, started in 1873. This helped people stay informed. A train line reached the town in 1882. This made it easier to travel and transport goods.

Ahnapee's Location and Landscape

Ahnapee covers about 80.6 square kilometers (about 31 square miles). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.5 square kilometers, is water.

Borders and Neighbors

To the north, Ahnapee shares a border with Door County. To the east, it is next to Lake Michigan. The city of Algoma is to its southeast.

People of Ahnapee

Over the years, many different people have called Ahnapee home. In 2010, the population was 940.

Population Changes Over Time

In 1860, Ahnapee Township had 718 people. By 1870, this number grew to 1,544. After the village of Ahnapee became its own separate place (and later Algoma), the surrounding town of Ahnapee had 978 residents in 1880. The population grew to 2,082 in 1910. It then decreased to 1,911 by 1920.

Diverse Backgrounds

Settlers from many different countries helped Ahnapee grow. These included people from England, Bohemia, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Belgium. This mix of cultures helped shape the town.

A Look at the Community in 2000

In 2000, there were 977 people living in the town. There were 371 households. Many families lived together. About 32% of households had children under 18. Most households were married couples. The average household had about 2.6 people. The average family had about 3 people.

The median age in the town was 40 years old. This means half the people were younger than 40, and half were older. About 24% of the population was under 18. About 14% were 65 or older.

Notable People from Ahnapee

Many interesting people have come from Ahnapee.

See Also

In Spanish: Ahnapee (Wisconsin) para niños