Denmark, Maine facts for kids
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Denmark, Maine
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View of Pleasant Mountain – Denmark, Maine
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 Denmark, Maine
Location in Maine
Denmark, Maine
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Maine | |
| County | Oxford | |
| Incorporated | 1807 | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 49.93 sq mi (129.32 km2) | |
| • Land | 46.12 sq mi (119.45 km2) | |
| • Water | 3.81 sq mi (9.87 km2) | |
| Elevation | 440 ft (134 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,197 | |
| • Density | 26/sq mi (10.0/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
04022
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| Area code(s) | 207 | |
| FIPS code | 23-17250 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0582438 | |
| Website | www.denmarkmaine.org | |
Denmark is a small town in Oxford County, Maine, United States. In 2020, about 1,197 people lived there. The town is known for its many beautiful ponds and lakes.
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History of Denmark, Maine
Denmark was once part of a village called Pequawket. This village belonged to the Sokokis Abenaki Indians. In 1725, during a conflict known as Dummer's War, the tribe left the area and moved to Canada.
The land for Denmark was later put together from different grants. Some settlers came from Andover, Massachusetts. The town officially became Denmark on February 20, 1807. It was named Denmark to show support for the country of Denmark. Its capital, Copenhagen, had been attacked by the British navy in 1801 and 1807. The British navy had also attacked Portland in 1775.
Early farmers in Denmark found the soil to be quite rocky and sandy. They grew crops like potatoes, corn, and oats. However, the town had excellent water power from its streams. This power was used to run mills. These mills made things like grain, lumber, barrel staves, window sashes, blinds, and doors.
Denmark Village grew up at the end of Moose Pond. The brook flowing from Moose Pond was the best spot for water power. Today, Denmark is a popular place for summer camps. Camp Wyonegonic, started in 1902, is the oldest girls' camp in the country. Camp Walden, founded in 1916, is also in Denmark. The Denmark Arts Center, which opened in 1994, adds to the town's culture.
Geography and Nature
Denmark covers about 49.93 square miles (129.32 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 46.12 square miles (119.45 square kilometers). The rest, about 3.81 square miles (9.87 square kilometers), is water.
The town has many ponds, and the largest is Moose Pond. It is about 8 miles (13 kilometers) long. Moose Pond Brook and the Saco River flow through Denmark.
Denmark is connected by State Routes 117 and 160. It shares borders with several other towns:
- Bridgton to the northeast
- Sebago to the southeast
- Hiram to the south
- Brownfield to the southwest
- Fryeburg to the northwest
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Denmark has changed a lot over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1810 | 436 | — | |
| 1820 | 792 | 81.7% | |
| 1830 | 954 | 20.5% | |
| 1840 | 1,143 | 19.8% | |
| 1850 | 1,203 | 5.2% | |
| 1860 | 1,171 | −2.7% | |
| 1870 | 1,069 | −8.7% | |
| 1880 | 904 | −15.4% | |
| 1890 | 755 | −16.5% | |
| 1900 | 634 | −16.0% | |
| 1910 | 596 | −6.0% | |
| 1920 | 576 | −3.4% | |
| 1930 | 474 | −17.7% | |
| 1940 | 532 | 12.2% | |
| 1950 | 447 | −16.0% | |
| 1960 | 376 | −15.9% | |
| 1970 | 397 | 5.6% | |
| 1980 | 672 | 69.3% | |
| 1990 | 855 | 27.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,004 | 17.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,148 | 14.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,197 | 4.3% | |
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In 2010, there were 1,148 people living in Denmark. The average age of people in town was about 46.6 years old. About 21.7% of the people were under 18 years old.
Education in Denmark
The schools that serve Denmark are part of Maine School Administrative District 72, or MSAD 72. This school district also includes students from the towns of Brownfield, Fryeburg, Lovell, Stoneham, Stowe, and Sweden.
Notable People from Denmark
Many interesting people have come from Denmark, Maine. Here are a few:
- Nathaniel Cobb Deering: A US congressman.
- Richard L. Dunn: A state legislator from 1962 to 1972.
- Rufus Ingalls: A general during the Civil War.
- Nancy Masterton: A state legislator from 1977 to 1984.
- James W. Milliken: A Michigan state senator.
- Hazen S. Pingree: The 24th governor of Michigan (1897–1901) and mayor of Detroit (1889–1897).
- Ralph Sarty: A state legislator from 2007 to 2012.
Images for kids
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Denmark American Civil War Monument
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Denmark Fire Station 2008
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Moose Pond – Denmark, Maine 2008
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Hancock Pond – Denmark, Maine 2008
See also
In Spanish: Denmark (Maine) para niños
