Franklin Parish, Louisiana facts for kids
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Franklin Parish
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Franklin Parish Courthouse in Winnsboro
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Location within the U.S. state of Louisiana
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Louisiana |
| Founded | 1843 |
| Named for | Benjamin Franklin |
| Seat | Winnsboro |
| Largest city | Winnsboro |
| Area | |
| • Total | 635 sq mi (1,640 km2) |
| • Land | 625 sq mi (1,620 km2) |
| • Water | 11 sq mi (30 km2) 1.7% |
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| • Total | 19,774  |
| • Density | 31/sq mi (12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Congressional district | 5th |
Franklin Parish is a special kind of county called a parish in the northeastern part of Louisiana. In 2020, about 19,774 people lived there. The main town and biggest city is Winnsboro. Franklin Parish was started in 1843 and is named after the famous American, Benjamin Franklin.
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Exploring Franklin Parish Geography
Franklin Parish covers about 635 square miles. Most of this area, about 625 square miles, is land. The remaining 11 square miles (1.7%) is water.
Main Roads in Franklin Parish
Several important roads help people travel through Franklin Parish:
U.S. Highway 425
Louisiana Highway 4
Louisiana Highway 15
Louisiana Highway 17
Louisiana Highway 577
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Neighboring Parishes
Franklin Parish shares borders with several other parishes:
- Richland Parish to the north
- Madison Parish to the northeast
- Tensas Parish to the southeast
- Catahoula Parish to the south
- Caldwell Parish to the west
Protected Natural Areas
Part of the Tensas River National Wildlife Refuge is located within Franklin Parish. This area helps protect wildlife and their natural homes.
Communities in Franklin Parish
Franklin Parish has several towns and villages where people live.
Towns in Franklin Parish
Villages in Franklin Parish
Unincorporated Communities
These are smaller communities that are not officially towns or villages:
- Chase
- Crowville
- Extension
- Fort Necessity
- Jigger
- Liddieville
Population and People of Franklin Parish
The word "demographics" describes the different groups of people living in an area. Here's how the population of Franklin Parish has changed over time:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 3,251 | — | |
| 1860 | 6,162 | 89.5% | |
| 1870 | 5,078 | −17.6% | |
| 1880 | 6,495 | 27.9% | |
| 1890 | 6,900 | 6.2% | |
| 1900 | 8,890 | 28.8% | |
| 1910 | 11,989 | 34.9% | |
| 1920 | 24,100 | 101.0% | |
| 1930 | 30,530 | 26.7% | |
| 1940 | 32,382 | 6.1% | |
| 1950 | 29,376 | −9.3% | |
| 1960 | 26,088 | −11.2% | |
| 1970 | 23,946 | −8.2% | |
| 1980 | 24,141 | 0.8% | |
| 1990 | 22,387 | −7.3% | |
| 2000 | 21,263 | −5.0% | |
| 2010 | 20,767 | −2.3% | |
| 2020 | 19,774 | −4.8% | |
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As of 2020, there were 19,774 people living in Franklin Parish. These people lived in 7,423 households, with 5,130 of those being families.
Racial Makeup of Franklin Parish (2020)
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 12,430 | 62.86% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 6,508 | 32.91% |
| Native American | 26 | 0.13% |
| Asian | 38 | 0.19% |
| Other/Mixed | 496 | 2.51% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 276 | 1.4% |
Education in Franklin Parish
The Franklin Parish School Board is in charge of the public schools in the area. Franklin Parish High School is the only public high school in the parish.
There are also two private schools. One of them, Franklin Academy in Winnsboro, opened in 1970. At that time, public schools were told by a judge to allow students of all races to attend together. Today, most students at Franklin Academy are white, while most students at Franklin Parish High School are Black.
Culture and Events in Franklin Parish
Franklin Parish is known for its yearly Catfish Festival. This festival features music, fun activities, and many different vendors selling goods. In 2018, even with bad weather, over 10,000 people came to the festival. Usually, between 15,000 and 20,000 people attend. This event brings many visitors from nearby areas and helps local businesses.
In past years, the festival has included a show of antique cars and a small zoo exhibit for children. There was also an exhibit about Louisiana's role in World War II. Famous musicians like Grammy-winning artists Jo-El Sonnier and Jason Crabb have performed at the festival.
Notable People from Franklin Parish
- Ralph E. King: A doctor from Winnsboro. He served in the Louisiana State Senate for several years, representing Franklin and nearby parishes.
- Anthony "Booger" McFarland: Born in Winnsboro. He was an amazing football player at Louisiana State University. Later, he played professionally in the National Football League for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
See also
In Spanish: Parroquia de Franklin para niños
