Crozet, Virginia facts for kids
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Albemarle County |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.7 sq mi (9.7 km2) |
| • Land | 3.7 sq mi (9.7 km2) |
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| • Total | 5,565 |
| • Density | 1,486/sq mi (573.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2389381 |
Crozet (pronounced kroh-ZAY) is a small community in Albemarle County, Virginia, in the United States. It's located near I-64, about 12 miles (19 km) west of Charlottesville. Crozet is part of the larger Charlottesville area. In 2010, about 5,565 people lived here. The Crozet Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012, recognizing its important history.
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History of Crozet
Crozet was first known as "Wayland's Crossing." In 1870, it was renamed to honor Claudius Crozet. He was a French-born civil engineer. Colonel Crozet was in charge of building the Blue Ridge Tunnel. This tunnel was a big project for its time. People believe that Claudius Crozet stayed at a place called Pleasant Green while he was mapping the area. This property was very close to the original Wayland Crossing.
Where is Crozet Located?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Crozet covers an area of 9.7 square kilometers (3.7 square miles). All of this area is land.
People of Crozet
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 2,820 | — | |
| 2010 | 5,565 | 97.3% | |
| 2020 | 9,224 | 65.8% | |
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In 2010, there were 5,565 people living in Crozet. The population density was about 1,504 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Crozet are White (90.2%). There are also African American (4.1%), Asian (3.3%), and other groups. About 3.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households in Crozet have families. About 40.3% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had 2.62 people. The average family had 3.15 people. The population is spread out across different age groups. About 29.8% of residents were under 18 years old.
Crozet's Economy
For a long time, Crozet was important for farming. It was a center for growing and shipping apples and peaches. A company called Morton Frozen Foods had a large factory here. It operated from 1953 until the late 1990s. In 2000, the factory closed, and over 600 people lost their jobs.
Today, the old factory building is used by other businesses. Musictoday, a company that handles online sales for entertainers, is there. Starr Hill Brewery, a local beer company, also moved into the building in 2006.
From 1990 to 2005, Crozet started to grow a lot. Many new homes were built. This happened because Charlottesville nearby is a popular place to live. Also, Albemarle County chose Crozet as a special "growth area." This means it was planned for more development.
In 2001, a plan called the "Crozet Master Plan" was approved. This plan helps manage how the area develops. It was designed to allow Crozet's population to grow. Some people who had lived in Crozet for a long time were worried about this growth. They liked the quiet, rural feel of the area. By 2007, the population had grown to over 7,000 people. Around 2017, a new complex called Piedmont Place was built. It has apartments, restaurants, and shops in downtown Crozet.
Arts and Culture in Crozet
Crozet hosts fun events like the Crozet Arts and Crafts Festival. The town also has a modern library. The Crozet Library was once in an old railway station built in 1923. Now, the new Crozet/Western Albemarle Library serves the community.
Parks and Recreation
Claudius Crozet Park is a large park, covering 22 acres (89,000 m²). It has many things for people to do. You can find athletic fields, ball courts, and playgrounds there. The park also has a dog park, a swimming pool, and a fitness center.
Education in Crozet
Schools in Crozet
Students in Crozet attend schools that are part of the Albemarle County Public Schools system. The schools serving Crozet include:
- Western Albemarle High School
- J. T. Henley Middle School
- Brownsville Elementary School
- Meriwether Lewis Elementary School
- Murray Elementary School
- Crozet Elementary School
Crozet in Media
The 2007 comedy film Evan Almighty was partly filmed in Crozet. This movie was a sequel to Bruce Almighty. The large ark seen in the film was built in Crozet. The movie set for Evan's neighborhood was also constructed there. This film set was located across from Western Albemarle High School. Later, that area became a popular housing development called Old Trail.
Famous People from Crozet
Many well-known people have connections to Crozet:
- Muhammad Ali – a famous boxer who owned a farm outside Crozet.
- Billy Wagner – a professional baseball player.
- Rita Mae Brown – an author and activist.
- Ellis Paul – a singer and songwriter.
- Remedy Rule – an Olympian swimmer.
Crozet in Popular Culture
Author Rita Mae Brown has written a series of mystery books. These books are often called the 'Mrs. Murphy series'. The stories in these books all take place in Crozet.
See also
In Spanish: Crozet (Virginia) para niños
