Denmark, South Carolina facts for kids
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Denmark, South Carolina
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The American Telephone and Telegraph Company Building
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| Nickname(s):
"City of Pride" "Dirty D"
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| Motto(s):
"Home of the Dogwood Festival"
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Location of Denmark, South Carolina
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | South Carolina | ||
| County | Bamberg | ||
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| • Type | Mayor-Council-Commission | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 3.91 sq mi (10.13 km2) | ||
| • Land | 3.91 sq mi (10.12 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 246 ft (75 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,186 | ||
| • Density | 815.67/sq mi (314.94/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP Code |
29042
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| Area code(s) | 803, 839 | ||
| FIPS code | 45-19105 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 1247519 | ||
Denmark is a city in Bamberg County, South Carolina, United States. It is a smaller city with a rich history and a strong community spirit. In 2020, about 3,186 people lived in Denmark.
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Geography of Denmark
Denmark is located in the northwestern part of Bamberg County. You can find it at these coordinates: 33°19′16″N 81°8′32″W / 33.32111°N 81.14222°W.
Roads and Travel
Two main roads, U.S. Route 78 and U.S. Route 321, meet in Denmark. These roads help people travel to nearby towns.
- US 78 goes east about 6 miles (10 km) to Bamberg, which is the county seat. It goes west about 8 miles (13 km) to Blackville.
- US 321 goes north about 9 miles (14 km) to Norway. It goes south about 7 miles (11 km) to Govan.
City Size
The city of Denmark covers a total area of about 3.9 square miles (10.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a very small part being water.
People of Denmark
The number of people living in Denmark has changed over the years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 366 | — | |
| 1900 | 724 | 97.8% | |
| 1910 | 1,075 | 48.5% | |
| 1920 | 1,254 | 16.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,713 | 36.6% | |
| 1940 | 2,056 | 20.0% | |
| 1950 | 2,814 | 36.9% | |
| 1960 | 3,221 | 14.5% | |
| 1970 | 3,571 | 10.9% | |
| 1980 | 4,434 | 24.2% | |
| 1990 | 3,762 | −15.2% | |
| 2000 | 3,328 | −11.5% | |
| 2010 | 3,538 | 6.3% | |
| 2020 | 3,186 | −9.9% | |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 3,186 people living in Denmark. There were 972 households and 518 families in the city. The community is made up of people from different backgrounds:
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 216 | 6.78% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 2,859 | 89.74% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.06% |
| Asian | 20 | 0.63% |
| Other/Mixed | 70 | 2.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19 | 0.6% |
History of Denmark
Denmark was first known as Grahams Turnout. It was founded in the 1830s when a railroad line was built through the area. The city later got its current name from B. A. Denmark, who was a railroad official.
Important Historic Places
Several buildings in Denmark are very old and important. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical value.
- The American Telephone and Telegraph Company Building
- Denmark High School
- Voorhees College Historic District
Transportation in Denmark
Denmark has a train station served by Amtrak, which is the national passenger rail system.
Train Service
The Silver Star train stops in Denmark every day. This train travels between Miami, Florida and New York, New York. It connects Denmark to many major cities along the East Coast.
Parks and Recreation
Denmark has several parks where people can relax and play.
- Ceceile Playground and Court
- Simons Davis Park
- The Art Park
Education in Denmark
Denmark is a place where learning is important. It has schools and colleges for students of all ages.
Colleges in Denmark
The city is home to two colleges:
- Denmark Technical College
- Voorhees University
Public Schools
Since 2022, Denmark's public schools are part of the Bamberg County School District. Before that, they were in the Bamberg School District Two. The main public high school is Denmark-Olar High School. The Denmark-Olar schools have been located together on the high school campus since about 2019.
Public Library
Denmark also has a public library. It is a part of the ABBE Regional Library System, which means it shares resources with other libraries in the area.
Arts and Culture
Denmark is known for its fun annual event, the Dogwood Festival.
Dogwood Festival
The Dogwood Festival is a big event in Denmark. It includes rides, games, and many food and drink stands.
- The festival first started in 1985.
- It usually takes place once a year in April, often on a sunny day.
- It used to be held between Beech Avenue and South Beech Avenue.
- Since 2019, it has been moved to Cypress Street.
- This festival is a great way for the community to come together and have fun.
Notable People from Denmark
Many interesting people have connections to Denmark.
- Elizabeth Evelyn Wright: She was the founder of Voorhees College.
- Cleveland Sellers: An American educator and important civil rights activist.
- Bakari Sellers: An American attorney and politician. He served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 2006 to 2014.
- Ted Potter Jr.: A professional golfer on the PGA Tour who lived in Denmark when he was a child.
- Priya Gill: A former Indian actress.
- Robert Satcher: An American physician, chemical engineer, and NASA astronaut.
- Harvey N. Middleton: An American physician who worked to support the rights of Black physicians.
See also
In Spanish: Denmark (Carolina del Sur) para niños
