Eagle (town), Wisconsin facts for kids
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Eagle, Wisconsin
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Eagle Town & Village Hall
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Location in Waukesha County and the state of Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Waukesha |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.1 sq mi (90.8 km2) |
| • Land | 34.6 sq mi (89.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km2) |
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,478 |
| • Density | 90/sq mi (34.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
53119
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| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-13321 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583112 |
| Website | Town of Eagle |
Eagle is a town located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, about 3,478 people lived there. The smaller Village of Eagle is also found within the town. Another small community called Eagleville is part of the town too.
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History of Eagle
The town of Eagle got its name from an interesting event in 1836. A pioneer named Thomas Sugden was exploring the area with two friends. They saw a very large bald eagle flying and circling over a big hill in the middle of the prairie. This amazing sight led them to name the area "Eagle."
On June 21, 2010, a strong tornado passed through the town. It caused a lot of damage. The storm that created the tornado also led to warnings for nearby Racine and Milwaukee counties.
Geography of Eagle
Eagle is located in southeastern Wisconsin. The United States Census Bureau says the town covers about 35.1 square miles (90.8 square kilometers) in total. Most of this area, about 34.6 square miles (89.7 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.4 square miles (1.1 square kilometers), is water.
People Living in Eagle
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 1,758 | — | |
| 1990 | 2,028 | 15.4% | |
| 2000 | 3,117 | 53.7% | |
| 2010 | 3,507 | 12.5% | |
| 2020 | 3,478 | −0.8% | |
In 2020, the population of Eagle was 3,478 people. The town has grown quite a bit over the years. For example, in 1980, there were 1,758 people, and by 2000, the population had grown to 3,117.
In 2000, about 29% of the people living in Eagle were under 18 years old. The average age of people in the town was 37 years.
Fun Things to Do in Eagle
One of the most interesting places in Eagle is Old World Wisconsin. This is an outdoor museum that shows what life was like for European immigrants long ago. You can see old farmhouses and settlements.
At the museum, you can watch oxen and horses working in the fields. You might also see people cooking meals over old wood-burning stoves. The gardens at Old World Wisconsin grow special plants from the past. It's a great way to learn about history!
Famous People from Eagle
Some notable people have come from the town of Eagle:
- Chellsie Memmel is a gymnast who won a silver medal at the 2008 Olympics.
- Matthias J. Regan served as a representative for Wisconsin in the state government.
- Charles A. Snover was a senator for Wisconsin in the state government.
