Barnard, North Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barnard
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 Barnard, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Madison County |
| Founded | 1830 |
| Elevation | 1,535 ft (468 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28753
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| Area code(s) | 828 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1018967 |
Barnard is a small place in Madison County, North Carolina, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that does not have its own local government like a city or town.
Barnard is located right next to the French Broad River. This river flows through the middle of Madison County. The community is also part of the larger Asheville area.
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History of Barnard
How Barnard Started
Barnard began a long time ago. It was first known as Barnard's Station. People started a post office here as early as 1830. This means it has been a recognized place for almost 200 years!
Who Was Barnard Named After?
The community got its name from an early settler in the area. This person was important enough for the place to be named after them.
Getting Around Barnard
Roads and Railways
You can reach Barnard by car using Barnard Road (SR 1151). This road connects to NC 213, which is a bigger highway.
A railway line also goes through Barnard. This is the Norfolk Southern S-Line. Railways are important for moving goods and sometimes people across the country.
Location and Geography
Where is Barnard?
Barnard is in the central part of Madison County. It sits along the banks of the French Broad River. The river is a natural landmark for the community.
Part of a Bigger Area
Even though Barnard is a small, unincorporated community, it is part of the Asheville Metropolitan Statistical Area. This means it is connected to the larger city of Asheville and its surrounding areas.
