Fredericksburg, Ohio facts for kids
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Fredericksburg, Ohio
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Village
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Amish buggies, cars and clothes can be washed at this business
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Location of Fredericksburg, Ohio
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Location within Wayne County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Wayne |
| Township | Salt Creek |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.32 sq mi (0.84 km2) |
| • Land | 0.32 sq mi (0.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 981 ft (299 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 409 |
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405 |
| • Density | 1,266.25/sq mi (489.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44627
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| Area code(s) | 330 |
| FIPS code | 39-28616 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398921 |
| Website | fredericksburgohio.org |
Fredericksburg is a small village located in Wayne County, Ohio, in the United States. It's part of Salt Creek Township. In 2020, about 409 people lived here. It's a quiet place with a mix of history and modern life.
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History of Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg was officially started in 1824. A man named Jacob Frederick planned out the village. He decided to name the new settlement after himself.
Geography and Location
Fredericksburg is a small area of land. The United States Census Bureau says the village covers about 0.34 square miles (0.84 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water bodies inside the village limits.
People of Fredericksburg
The number of people living in Fredericksburg has changed over the years. In 1850, there were 573 residents. The population grew to 601 in 1970. By 2020, the population was 409 people.
Who Lives in Fredericksburg?
Based on information from 2010, there were 423 people living in the village. These people lived in 177 different homes. Most of the people living in Fredericksburg were White. A small number were Asian or from two or more races. About 1.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many homes (31.1%) had children under 18 living there. More than half (54.2%) were married couples. Some homes had a single parent, either a mother (9.0%) or a father (2.3%). About 34.5% of homes were made up of individuals or non-families. The average age of people in the village was about 33.8 years old.
Economy and Businesses
Fredericksburg has several important businesses. Two large factories are located here.
- Mrs. Miller's Homemade Noodles makes different kinds of pasta. They also produce jams and jellies. Their products are sold all over the United States.
- Robin Industries creates rubber and plastic parts. They make these parts for cars, working with companies like General Motors.
The village also has a national hardware store and a bank. You can find two restaurants, a construction company, and a carpet store. There is a local library and three churches. Many other smaller businesses also serve the community. The South Central Fire District has a volunteer fire department that helps keep everyone safe.
Education in Fredericksburg
Students in Fredericksburg are part of the Waynedale Local School District. This district also includes students from nearby villages like Apple Creek, Mount Eaton, and Holmesville.
Younger students attend Waynedale Elementary for grades Kindergarten through 5th grade. Middle school students go to Waynedale Middle School for grades 6 to 8. Older students attend Waynedale High School for grades 9 to 12.
The old Fredericksburg School was built in 1891. It cost $20,000 to build. This school was the main high school for the Salt Creek Local School District. Later, in 1955, several school districts combined to form the Southeast Local School District. This happened when Waynedale High School was finished. The sports teams from Fredericksburg High were called the "Freddies." They won many championships in basketball and baseball.
The old school building was expanded several times. A gym, auditorium, and more classrooms were added in 1923. A farm shop was built in 1941. More rooms were added in 1967, and three more classrooms and two restrooms were added in 1989.
Notable Residents
Some interesting people have lived in Fredericksburg:
- Brand Blanshard: An American philosopher.
- Paul Blanshard: An American author and lawyer. He was also an assistant editor for The Nation magazine.
- Isaac Singer: This inventor lived in Fredericksburg for about a year. He made wooden type for printers and improved a type-making machine. Later, he started the famous Singer Sewing Machine Company.
See also
In Spanish: Fredericksburg (Ohio) para niños
