Dryden, Michigan facts for kids
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Dryden, Michigan
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Village
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| Village of Dryden | |
Location within Lapeer County
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 Dryden, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Dryden, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Lapeer |
| Township | Dryden |
| Settled | 1836 |
| Incorporated | 1887 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Village council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.10 sq mi (2.85 km2) |
| • Land | 1.10 sq mi (2.85 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 935 ft (285 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,023 |
| • Density | 930.00/sq mi (359.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48428
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| Area code(s) | 810 |
| FIPS code | 26-23140 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0624906 |
Dryden is a small village in Lapeer County, located in the U.S. state of Michigan. It's a part of Dryden Township. In 2020, about 1,023 people lived there.
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History of Dryden Village
Dryden started as a settlement in 1836. Back then, it was called Amboy. It was first located about a mile north of where it is today.
Early Names and Growth
In 1837, the area was known as Lomond. This is when its first town meeting took place. A store was built in 1840 by Mr. Johnathan Sweet, who owned much of the land.
Later, the village became known as Lamb's Corners. This name honored John M. Lamb, who bought land from Mr. Sweet in 1846. The name "Dryden" was eventually chosen to honor the famous poet, John Dryden. Many businesses began in the village during the 1840s. Dryden officially became a village in 1887.
Education in Dryden
Dryden has schools for students of all ages.
- Dryden Elementary School teaches children from preschool up to 6th grade.
- Dryden Jr./Sr. High School is for students in 7th through 12th grade.
The village also has the Dryden Township Library, a great place for reading and learning.
Geography of Dryden
Dryden is a small place, covering about 1.10 square miles (2.85 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the village limits.
Population and People
Dryden's population has grown over the years. Here's how it has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 200 | — | |
| 1890 | 322 | 61.0% | |
| 1900 | 328 | 1.9% | |
| 1910 | 371 | 13.1% | |
| 1920 | 359 | −3.2% | |
| 1930 | 383 | 6.7% | |
| 1940 | 411 | 7.3% | |
| 1950 | 476 | 15.8% | |
| 1960 | 531 | 11.6% | |
| 1970 | 654 | 23.2% | |
| 1980 | 650 | −0.6% | |
| 1990 | 628 | −3.4% | |
| 2000 | 815 | 29.8% | |
| 2010 | 951 | 16.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,023 | 7.6% | |
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Dryden's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 951 people living in Dryden. Most of the people were White (98.0%). A small number were Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. About 1.1% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the village was about 38.6 years old.
- About 27% of residents were under 18.
- About 12% were 65 years old or older.
The village had a nearly equal number of males (49.8%) and females (50.2%).
Economy and Businesses
Dryden is known as the original home of Champion Homes. This company started in 1953 and built manufactured homes and recreational vehicles. It employed around 150 people before moving in the 1980s.
Notable People from Dryden
Some interesting people have come from Dryden:
- George Owen Squier: He was a major general in the United States Army. He also founded Muzak, a company that provides background music.
- Paul Mitchell (politician): He was a former member of the United States House of Representatives, which is part of the U.S. government.
- Katie Hettinger: She is a talented late model and NASCAR driver, competing in car races.
See also
In Spanish: Dryden (Míchigan) para niños
