Dannebrog, Nebraska facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dannebrog, Nebraska
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Columbia Hall was built in 1908 by the Danish Brotherhood in America. It is now the Dannebrog Archives and Tourist Center.
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"The Danish Capital Of Nebraska"
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Location of Dannebrog, Nebraska
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Nebraska |
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| County | Howard | |
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| • Total | 0.36 sq mi (0.94 km2) | |
| • Land | 0.36 sq mi (0.94 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 1,860 ft (570 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 273 | |
| • Density | 747.95/sq mi (288.89/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
68831
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| Area code(s) | 308 | |
| FIPS code | 31-12140 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398679 | |
Dannebrog is a small village located in Howard County, Nebraska, in the United States. It is part of the Grand Island, Nebraska area. In 2010, about 303 people lived there.
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History of Dannebrog
The first people to settle in Dannebrog arrived in 1871. They were a group of Danes who came from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The name "Dannebrog" is actually the Danish word for the flag of Denmark. This shows the village's strong connection to its Danish roots.
In 1886, a railroad line was built to Dannebrog. This helped the village grow and connect with other places.
Historic Buildings
Columbia Hall is a very old and important building in Dannebrog. It was built by the Danish Brotherhood in America. This group helped Danish immigrants in the United States.
Geography
Dannebrog is a small village. According to the United States Census Bureau, the village covers an area of about 0.94 square kilometers (0.36 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Population Changes
The number of people living in Dannebrog has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 53 | — | |
| 1890 | 280 | 428.3% | |
| 1900 | 301 | 7.5% | |
| 1910 | 380 | 26.2% | |
| 1920 | 436 | 14.7% | |
| 1930 | 427 | −2.1% | |
| 1940 | 379 | −11.2% | |
| 1950 | 318 | −16.1% | |
| 1960 | 277 | −12.9% | |
| 1970 | 384 | 38.6% | |
| 1980 | 356 | −7.3% | |
| 1990 | 324 | −9.0% | |
| 2000 | 352 | 8.6% | |
| 2010 | 303 | −13.9% | |
| 2020 | 273 | −9.9% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, the census counted 303 people living in Dannebrog. There were 129 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. About 77 of these households were families.
The average age of people in the village was about 42.5 years old.
- About 28% of the residents were under 18 years old.
- About 15% of the residents were 65 years or older.
Famous People from Dannebrog
- Ken Jacobsen: He became a state senator in Washington.
- Roger Welsch: He was a correspondent for the TV show CBS News Sunday Morning.
See also
In Spanish: Dannebrog (Nebraska) para niños
