Brooklyn, Green Lake County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Brooklyn, Wisconsin
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Location of Brooklyn, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Green Lake |
| Area | |
| • Total | 47.2 sq mi (122.4 km2) |
| • Land | 35.4 sq mi (91.8 km2) |
| • Water | 11.8 sq mi (30.6 km2) |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,904 |
| • Density | 53.7/sq mi (20.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-10125 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1582871 |
| Website | http://www.townofbrooklyn.com |
Brooklyn is a town located in Green Lake County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In the year 2000, about 1,904 people lived there.
Two smaller communities, Pleasant Point and Sherwood Forest, are also part of the town of Brooklyn.
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History of Brooklyn
How Brooklyn Got Its Name
When this area was first settled, it had a different name. It was called "Lexington."
Later, on January 10, 1849, when the town was officially set up, its name was changed to "Arcade."
But the name didn't stick for long! In the winter of 1850, the town's name was changed one more time. That's when it became "Brooklyn," the name it still has today.
Geography of Brooklyn
Where is Brooklyn Located?
Brooklyn is a town in Wisconsin. It covers a total area of about 47.2 square miles (122.4 square kilometers).
Most of this area is land, about 35.4 square miles (91.8 square kilometers). The rest, about 11.8 square miles (30.6 square kilometers), is water. This means a good part of the town is covered by lakes or rivers.
Population and People
Who Lives in Brooklyn?
According to a count done in 2000, there were 1,904 people living in Brooklyn. These people lived in 794 different homes.
Most of the people in Brooklyn were white. A small number of people were Native American or Asian. Some people were also of Hispanic or Latino background.
Families and Age Groups
Many homes in Brooklyn were families. About 65% of homes had married couples living together.
The population included people of all ages. About 22% of the people were under 18 years old. About 17% were 65 years old or older. The average age in Brooklyn was 44 years.
Notable People
- Fred E. Soper: He was born in Brooklyn. Fred E. Soper became a Wisconsin State Representative, which means he helped make laws for the state of Wisconsin. He was also a farmer.
