kids encyclopedia robot

Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Quick facts for kids
Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin
Village
Ashwaubenon Village Hall
Ashwaubenon Village Hall
Location of Ashwaubenon in Brown County, Wisconsin.
Location of Ashwaubenon in Brown County, Wisconsin.
Country  United States
State  Wisconsin
County Brown
Area
 • Total 12.83 sq mi (33.23 km2)
 • Land 12.38 sq mi (32.07 km2)
 • Water 0.45 sq mi (1.16 km2)
Elevation
607 ft (185 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 16,991
Time zone UTC−6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 920
FIPS code 55-03425
GNIS feature ID 1577391
Interstates I-41 (WI).svg
State Highways WIS 32.svg WIS 172.svg

Ashwaubenon (pronounced ash-WAW-bin-on) is a village located in Brown County in the state of Wisconsin. It's like a smaller town right next to the bigger city of Green Bay. In 2020, about 16,991 people lived here. Ashwaubenon is part of the Green Bay area, and some land belonging to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin is also located here.

A Look Back at Ashwaubenon's History

Long ago, in the 1850s and 1860s, the U.S. military bought most of the land on the west side of Green Bay from the Sioux people. However, the area that later became Ashwaubenon was different. This land belonged to two daughters of Chief Ashwaubamy, a Sioux chief. They started selling their land to local farmers and landowners in the late 1800s. One of these early owners was Jacques Vieau.

What's in a Name? The Origin of Ashwaubenon

The name Ashwaubenon has a couple of interesting theories about where it came from. One idea is that it comes from the Ojibwe language. It might mean "place where they watch" or "keep a lookout." Another theory suggests the name comes directly from Chief Ashwaubamay himself. In the Menominee language, which is similar to Ojibwe, the place is called Es-Wāpanoh, meaning "thither see the dawning."

Where is Ashwaubenon? Geography and Location

Ashwaubenon is located at coordinates 44°29′N 88°5′W / 44.483°N 88.083°W / 44.483; -88.083. This means it's in a specific spot on the map!

The village covers a total area of about 12.75 square miles (33.02 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 12.39 square miles (32.09 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.36 square miles (0.93 square kilometers), is water.

Ashwaubenon's Weather: A Look at the Climate

The climate in Ashwaubenon changes quite a bit throughout the year. Here's a quick look at the average temperatures and rainfall:

Weather chart for Ashwaubenon
J F M A M J J A S O N D
 
 
70
 
-7
-13
 
 
76
 
-5
-12
 
 
82
 
2
-8
 
 
132
 
18
2
 
 
116
 
22
6
 
 
127
 
28
15
 
 
104
 
29
17
 
 
104
 
29
17
 
 
83
 
24
12
 
 
125
 
14
5
 
 
76
 
6
-2
 
 
65
 
-7
-9
temperatures in °C
precipitation totals in mm

This chart shows you the average high and low temperatures in Celsius and Fahrenheit, along with how much rain or snow (in millimeters) the area usually gets each month.

Who Lives in Ashwaubenon? Population Facts

Ashwaubenon has grown over the years. Here's how the population has changed:

Historical population
Census Pop.
1980 14,486
1990 16,376 13.0%
2000 17,634 7.7%
2010 16,963 −3.8%
2020 16,991 0.2%
U.S. Decennial Census

In 2010, there were 16,963 people living in the village. There were 7,421 households, which means groups of people living together. The village had about 1,369 people per square mile.

Most people in Ashwaubenon are White (90.6%). There are also people who identify as African American (1.2%), Native American (2.1%), Asian (3.1%), and other races. About 2.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Learning in Ashwaubenon: Schools and Education

Most of Ashwaubenon is part of the Ashwaubenon School District. This district has schools for all ages:

  • Cormier School for Pre-K and kindergarten.
  • Two elementary schools: Valley View and Pioneer.
  • One middle school: Parkview.
  • One high school: Ashwaubenon High School (AHS).

Ashwaubenon High School offers special classes called Advanced Placement (AP) courses. These are college-level classes like history, art history, statistics, chemistry, and U.S. government. They also have two English courses that students can take through the nearby St. Norbert College. A small part of the village is also in the West De Pere School District.

Getting Around: Transportation in Ashwaubenon

Ashwaubenon is easy to get to and from!

  • The Austin Straubel International Airport is located right in Ashwaubenon, making travel by air convenient.
  • Major highways like Interstate 41/U.S. Route 41 and Wisconsin Highway 172 run through the village.
  • You can also use Green Bay Metro for public transportation, though it offers limited service.

Fun Things to Do: Attractions in Ashwaubenon

Ashwaubenon has many exciting places to visit and things to do, especially for sports fans and families!

  • The Green Bay Packers' outdoor practice fields and their indoor training facility, the Don Hutson Center, are located here.
  • The Resch Center is a popular spot for concerts, sports events, and other shows.
  • The Green Bay Rockers baseball team plays their home games at Capital Credit Union Park.
  • You can explore the fascinating National Railroad Museum, which has a collection of historic trains.
  • Ashwaubomay Park is a great place to cool off! It features Ashwaubomay Lake, a man-made lake with a diving platform. The park also has fields for sports like baseball and soccer.
  • Bay Park Square is a large shopping mall that serves the Green Bay area.
  • The Titletown District is a lively area next to Lambeau Field. It has restaurants, open spaces for activities, and even a full-sized football field.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Ashwaubenon para niños

kids search engine
Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.