Altenburg, Missouri facts for kids
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Altenburg, Missouri
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Altenburg
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Location of Altenburg, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Perry |
| Township | Brazeau |
| Incorporated | 1870 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.05 sq mi (2.72 km2) |
| • Land | 1.05 sq mi (2.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 584 ft (178 m) |
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| • Total | 341 |
| • Density | 324.76/sq mi (125.41/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
63732
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| Area code(s) | 573 |
| FIPS code | 29-00928 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393934 |
Altenburg is a small city in Perry County, Missouri, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a rich history. In 2020, about 341 people lived there.
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History of Altenburg
Altenburg means "Old Castle" in German. This city was started in 1839 by a group of Lutheran settlers. They named it after the Duchy of Saxe-Altenburg, a place in their home country. However, most of the settlers actually came from other parts of Saxony, Germany.
German Settlers and Their New Home
Altenburg is one of seven towns in the area founded by German Lutheran immigrants in 1839. These towns include Dresden, Frohna, Johannisberg, Paitzdorf, Seelitz, and Wittenberg. The settlers named all these places after towns in their native Saxony region. These communities played a big part in forming the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod.
Early Buildings and Education
Soon after arriving, the immigrants built Trinity Lutheran Church in 1839. It started as a log cabin church, then became a limestone building, and later a frame church. They also built a school called the "Log Cabin College". This school was special because it allowed both boys and girls to learn together, which was very rare at that time.
Lutheran Heritage Center and Museum
Today, Altenburg is home to the Lutheran Heritage Center and Museum. It was opened in 1985. Visitors can explore old buildings from the mid-1800s. The museum also has an exhibition hall, a reading room, and a research library. It's a great place to learn about the history of the settlers.
Geography
Altenburg covers a total area of about 1.05 square miles (2.72 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population Facts
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 200 | — | |
| 1880 | 234 | 17.0% | |
| 1890 | 183 | −21.8% | |
| 1900 | 222 | 21.3% | |
| 1910 | 279 | 25.7% | |
| 1920 | 313 | 12.2% | |
| 1930 | 289 | −7.7% | |
| 1940 | 264 | −8.7% | |
| 1950 | 272 | 3.0% | |
| 1960 | 260 | −4.4% | |
| 1970 | 277 | 6.5% | |
| 1980 | 280 | 1.1% | |
| 1990 | 307 | 9.6% | |
| 2000 | 309 | 0.7% | |
| 2010 | 352 | 13.9% | |
| 2020 | 341 | −3.1% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 352 people living in Altenburg. Most of the people living in the city were White. A small number were Black or from two or more races. The average age of people in Altenburg was 37 years old.
Education
Altenburg has its own public elementary school, called Altenburg Elementary School. It is part of the Altenburg Public School District #48. The city also has a public library, which is a branch of the Riverside Regional Library.
Arts and Culture
Each September, the East Perry Community Fair is held on the fair grounds. It's a popular annual event for the community.
Nearby Communities
Altenburg
Gorham (8 miles)Grand Tower (4.3 miles)Frohna (1.9 miles)Old Appleton (7.4 miles)Pocahontas (9.3 miles)See also
In Spanish: Altenburg (Misuri) para niños
