Dennisville, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dennisville, New Jersey
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James House in Dennisville Historic District
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 Dennisville, New Jersey
Location in Cape May County, New Jersey
Dennisville, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Dennisville, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Cape May |
| Township | Dennis |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.58 sq mi (11.86 km2) |
| • Land | 4.40 sq mi (11.39 km2) |
| • Water | 0.18 sq mi (0.47 km2) |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 830 |
| • Density | 188.77/sq mi (72.88/km2) |
| ZIP Code |
08214
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| Area code(s) | 609, 640 |
| FIPS code | 34-17590 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0875895 |
Dennisville is a small community in Cape May County, New Jersey. It's known as an unincorporated community and a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a recognized area for gathering census data, but it doesn't have its own separate local government.
Dennisville is located within Dennis Township. It sits on the south side of Dennis Creek. The main road that runs through the community is New Jersey Route 47, also called Delsea Drive.
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People and Population in Dennisville
This section tells us about the number of people living in Dennisville.
How Many People Live Here?
According to the 2020 United States census, the population of Dennisville was 830 people.
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| 2020 | 830 | — | |
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A Look Back: Dennisville's History
Dennisville has an interesting past, dating back hundreds of years.
When Was Dennisville Founded?
Dennisville was first settled in 1726 by a person named Anthony Ludlam. The first post office in the area opened on September 7, 1802. It was originally called Dennis Creek Post Office. Jeremiah Johnson was the first postmaster. The name was officially changed to Dennisville in 1854.
The Amazing Cedar Tree Industry
In the 1880s, a very unique industry grew in Dennisville. People discovered that many cedar trees had fallen into local swamps. These trees had been there for decades, even centuries! They were huge, about 4 to 6 feet wide.
These hidden trees were first found in 1812. Soon, recovering them became a big business. The wood was used to make shingles for roofs and staves for barrels. This industry brought a lot of economic growth to the area.
Community Services
This section covers important services in Dennisville.
Fire Department
The community is served by the Dennis Volunteer Fire Company. They help keep everyone safe from fires.
Learning and Schools
Find out about the schools that serve students in Dennisville.
Local Schools
Students in Dennisville attend schools within the Dennis Township Public Schools district for grades from kindergarten through 8th grade. After 8th grade, students go to high school.
High School Education
For high school, students attend Middle Township Public Schools. This district operates Middle Township High School.
Countywide School Options
There are also special schools available for students across the entire county. These include Cape May County Technical High School and Cape May County Special Services School District.
Famous People from Dennisville
Many interesting people have connections to Dennisville.
Here are a few notable individuals:
- Jonathan Maslow (1948-2008): He was an author who loved writing about nature. He often focused on animals that were not well-known or understood.
- Jarrett Porter (born 1993): He is a talented baritone singer. He is famous for his performances in opera and lieder (a type of German song).
Images for kids
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United Methodist Church on Main Street
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Chester House
