Faunsdale, Alabama facts for kids
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Faunsdale, Alabama
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Location of Faunsdale in Marengo County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Marengo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.28 sq mi (0.72 km2) |
| • Land | 0.28 sq mi (0.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 90 |
| • Density | 324.91/sq mi (125.43/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
36738
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| Area code(s) | 334 |
| FIPS code | 01-25816 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0118220 |
Faunsdale is a small town in Marengo County, Alabama, in the United States. In 2020, about 90 people lived there. Faunsdale is special because it's home to a group of Holdeman Mennonites. They have the only Holdeman Mennonite Church in this area, called Cedarcrest Mennonite Church.
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The Story of Faunsdale
How Faunsdale Got Its Name
A post office opened in Faunsdale way back in 1841. The town was named after a nearby large farm called Faunsdale Plantation. This plantation was named after a Roman god. In 1843, Dr. Thomas Alexander Harrison owned the plantation, and the town was named in his honor.
Early Days and Plantations
The Faunsdale Plantation started in the 1830s. It was founded by people like Henry Augustine Tayloe. He helped his older brothers invest in several large farms in this area. These brothers were known as important cotton planters in the region. Faunsdale officially became a town in 1907.
Where is Faunsdale?
Faunsdale is located in Alabama. It covers a small area of land, about 0.72 square kilometers (0.28 square miles). The town is about 67 meters (220 feet) above sea level.
Fun Things to Do in Faunsdale
Annual Festivals and Events
Every spring, Faunsdale hosts the annual Faunsdale Crawfish Festival. You can enjoy delicious Southern food, listen to music, and dance in the streets. Around the same time, there's also the Faunsdale Biker Rally. This event brings bikers from all over the state.
Historic Places Nearby
Just a few miles from Faunsdale, you can find several historic plantations. These old farms are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Some of them include Battersea, Bermuda Hill, Cedar Crest, Cedar Grove Plantation, Cedar Haven, Cuba Plantation, Faunsdale Plantation, and Roseland Plantation. They offer a glimpse into the past.
Faunsdale's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 211 | — | |
| 1900 | 333 | 57.8% | |
| 1910 | 352 | 5.7% | |
| 1920 | 268 | −23.9% | |
| 1930 | 264 | −1.5% | |
| 1940 | 185 | −29.9% | |
| 1950 | 199 | 7.6% | |
| 1960 | 124 | −37.7% | |
| 1970 | 227 | 83.1% | |
| 1980 | 174 | −23.3% | |
| 1990 | 96 | −44.8% | |
| 2000 | 87 | −9.4% | |
| 2010 | 98 | 12.6% | |
| 2020 | 90 | −8.2% | |
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Who Lives in Faunsdale?
In 2020, 90 people called Faunsdale home. Most residents were White, and a smaller number were Black or African American. There were also a few people of Native American and mixed race backgrounds. The town is a mix of different people living together.
In 2000, there were 87 people living in Faunsdale. About 34 households were in the town. Many households had children under 18 living with them. The average age of people in Faunsdale was 37 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Faunsdale para niños
