Glen Rose, Texas facts for kids
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Glen Rose, Texas
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Downtown Glen Rose in 2019
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Location of Glen Rose, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Somervell |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.92 sq mi (10.16 km2) |
| • Land | 3.91 sq mi (10.12 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,659 |
| • Density | 678.3/sq mi (261.71/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76043
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| Area code(s) | 254 (exchanges 897 and 898) |
| FIPS code | 48-29876 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410595 |
| Website | Official City Website: https://www.glenrosetexas.org/ |
Glen Rose is a city in Texas, United States. It is the main town and county seat of Somervell County. In 2020, about 2,659 people lived there. Glen Rose is famous for its history, especially its connection to dinosaurs!
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History
Early Days
The area where Glen Rose is now was first settled in 1849. A man named Charles Barnard started a trading post near a place called Comanche Peak. Later, he moved his business. Around 1859, he came back and built the first store in what is now Glen Rose.
A large stone gristmill was built along the Paluxy River. A gristmill grinds grain into flour. The town grew around this mill and was first called Barnard's Mill. In 1871, the mill was sold. The new owner's wife, who was from Alabama, is said to have wanted to rename the town Rose Glen. She thought it sounded nice because of the area's natural beauty. Later, the people living there voted to call the community "Glen Rose." A post office opened in 1874.
Growing Up
When Somervell County was created in 1875, Glen Rose became its county seat. This means it was chosen as the main town for the county government. A Baptist college started in 1879. Another school, Glen Rose Collegiate Institute, opened in 1889.
A courthouse was built around Glen Rose's town square in 1892. Sadly, it burned down a year later. A new courthouse was quickly built using local limestone. This building was in a style called Romanesque Revival. In 1902, a tornado damaged the courthouse and parts of the town.
20th Century Changes
From the early 1900s to the 1920s, about 1,000 people lived in Glen Rose. The town was known for its mineral springs, which many people believed had healing powers. During a time called Prohibition, when alcohol was illegal, Glen Rose became known for making homemade whiskey.
During the Great Depression, many people faced hard times. Even so, Glen Rose's population stayed steady. The government started programs like the New Deal to help people. Glen Rose borrowed money to build new water and sewage systems. Workers also built dams on the Paluxy River and school buildings.
In the mid-1970s, the Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant was built nearby. This brought many new jobs and people to Glen Rose. The city's population grew a lot. Today, the nuclear plant is a big part of the local economy. Farming, ranching, and tourism are also important industries.
Geography
Glen Rose is located where two main roads meet: U.S. Highway 67 and State Highway 144. It is in the middle of Somervell County. The city is about 17 miles (27 km) south of Granbury. It is also about 52 miles (84 km) southwest of Fort Worth. The city covers an area of about 2.7 square miles (7.1 km2).
Climate
Glen Rose has a climate with hot, humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Demographics
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 132 | — | |
| 1890 | 400 | 203.0% | |
| 1930 | 983 | — | |
| 1940 | 1,050 | 6.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,254 | 19.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,422 | 13.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,554 | 9.3% | |
| 1980 | 2,075 | 33.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,949 | −6.1% | |
| 2000 | 2,122 | 8.9% | |
| 2010 | 2,444 | 15.2% | |
| 2020 | 2,659 | 8.8% | |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 2,659 people living in Glen Rose. There were 996 households and 693 families.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 1,946 | 73.19% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 16 | 0.6% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 25 | 0.94% |
| Asian (NH) | 44 | 1.65% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 10 | 0.38% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 110 | 4.14% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 508 | 19.1% |
| Total | 2,659 |
Parks and Recreation
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Glen Rose has several fun parks. You can visit Big Rocks Park along the Paluxy River. There is also Paluxy Heritage Park and Oakdale Park. Oakdale Park is so important that it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Glen Rose is also the main town for Dinosaur Valley State Park. This park is famous for real dinosaur footprints! Because of this, Glen Rose is known as the “Dinosaur Capital of Texas.” There's even a special app for your smartphone about the park and Glen Rose.
Arts and Culture
The Texas Amphitheatre is located in Glen Rose. A Christian play called The Promise in Glen Rose is often performed there.
Education
Students in Glen Rose attend schools that are part of the Glen Rose Independent School District.
Media
Glen Rose has two local newspapers: the Glen Rose Reporter and the Glen Rose Newspaper. You can also listen to the local public radio station, KTRL 90.5 FM.
Notable people
Many interesting people have connections to Glen Rose:
- Dan Campbell — a professional football player and coach
- John Graves — an author known for his book Goodbye to a River
- Sammy Hale — a baseball player
- Brooke Rollins — president of the Texas Public Policy Foundation
- Ivan Stang — a writer and co-founder of the Church of the SubGenius
Sister cities
Glen Rose has "sister cities" around the world. These are cities that share a special bond to promote cultural ties. Glen Rose's sister cities are:
- Monaco City, Monaco
- Jakarta, Indonesia
- Vaduz, Liechtenstein
- Laayoune, Western Sahara
- Plock, Poland
- Andorra La Vella, Andorra
- Yaren, Nauru
See also
In Spanish: Glen Rose (Texas) para niños
