Frenchtown facts for kids

Frenchtown is a name given to many different places, mostly in the United States. These places often got their name because they were settled by people from France or had a strong French influence in their early history.

What is a Frenchtown?

Many towns and communities across the United States are called "Frenchtown." This name usually shows a connection to French settlers or explorers who were important in the area's past. For example, some places were founded by French fur traders, while others became home to French-speaking families.

Places Called Frenchtown in the United States

Here are some of the places in the United States known as Frenchtown:

• In California:
  • Frenchtown, El Dorado County, California
  • Frenchtown, Yuba County, California
• Frenchtown (Tallahassee), a part of the city of Tallahassee, Florida.
• Frenchtown, Indiana
• In Maryland:
  • Frenchtown, Cecil County, Maryland, which is now a ghost town (a town that is no longer inhabited).
  • Frenchtown (unincorporated community), Maryland, near Perryville, Maryland.
  • Frenchtown-Rumbly, Maryland
• Frenchtown Charter Township, Michigan is a township in Monroe County, Michigan. A famous historical event, the Battle of Frenchtown, happened here in 1813 during the War of 1812.
• French Town, Missouri
• Frenchtown, Montana
• Frenchtown Township, Antelope County, Nebraska
• Frenchtown, New Jersey
• In Ohio:
  • Frenchtown, Darke County, Ohio
  • Frenchtown, Seneca County, Ohio
• Frenchtown, Pennsylvania
• Frenchtown, Houston, a section of the Fifth Ward in Houston, Texas.
• Frenchtown, United States Virgin Islands, a community in the United States Virgin Islands.

Related Places

Sometimes, places with "French" in their name are connected to French history or culture, even if they aren't called "Frenchtown."

• Frenchtown Historic District: This is a special area recognized for its historical importance, often because of its French heritage.
• Frenchtown Township (disambiguation): Like "Frenchtown," some townships also share this name.
• Frenchtown High School: Located in Frenchtown, Montana, this school serves students in the area.
• Frenchtown School District: This school district is found in Frenchtown, New Jersey.
• French Quarter (disambiguation): This term often refers to historic neighborhoods with French architecture and culture, like the famous French Quarter in New Orleans.
• French Settlement (disambiguation): This name also points to areas where French people settled.
• French Concession: This refers to areas in some cities, especially in China, that were once controlled by the French government.