Grove City, Ohio facts for kids
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Grove City, Ohio
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Grove City Library
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Location of Grove City, Ohio
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Location of Grove City in Franklin County
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Ohio | ||
| County | Franklin | ||
| Government | |||
| • Type | Mayor–council government | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 17.79 sq mi (46.07 km2) | ||
| • Land | 17.61 sq mi (45.61 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.18 sq mi (0.46 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 41,252 | ||
| • Estimate
(2023)
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42,782 | ||
| • Density | 2,342.53/sq mi (904.47/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern Time) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 | ||
| ZIP code |
43123
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| Area code(s) | 614 and 380 | ||
| FIPS code | 39-32592 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2394255 | ||
| Website | City website | ||
Grove City is a city located in Franklin County, Ohio, United States. It was founded in 1852 and is a close neighbor, or suburb, of Columbus. In 2020, the city had a population of 41,252 people.
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History of Grove City
Until the mid-1800s, the land that is now Grove City was a wild forest. It was filled with many kinds of trees, like oak, beech, maple, and walnut.
The first European settler in this area was Hugh Grant. In 1803, he bought the land that would later become Grove City. He moved there with his wife, Catharine, to start a new life.
Grove City's official founder was William F. Breck. In 1852, he bought 15.25 acres of land from Hugh Grant Jr., who was the son of the first settler. Breck also bought 300 more acres for farming.
Breck soon realized the area had great potential for growth. A main road, the Harrisburg Turnpike, passed through it on its way to the state capital, Columbus. Breck imagined a new village with a school, a church, stores, and shops for blacksmiths and carpenters.
In 1852, Breck and a group of others planned out the village. By December 1853, the new village of Grove City had 50 residents. The founders named the village after the many groves of trees that were left standing after the land was first cleared.
Geography
Grove City covers a total area of about 16.36 square miles (42.37 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 16.20 square miles (41.96 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 0.16 square miles (0.41 square kilometers) is water.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 143 | — | |
| 1880 | 150 | 4.9% | |
| 1890 | 272 | 81.3% | |
| 1900 | 656 | 141.2% | |
| 1910 | 897 | 36.7% | |
| 1920 | 905 | 0.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,546 | 70.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,787 | 15.6% | |
| 1950 | 2,339 | 30.9% | |
| 1960 | 8,107 | 246.6% | |
| 1970 | 13,911 | 71.6% | |
| 1980 | 16,688 | 20.0% | |
| 1990 | 19,661 | 17.8% | |
| 2000 | 27,075 | 37.7% | |
| 2010 | 35,575 | 31.4% | |
| 2020 | 41,252 | 16.0% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 42,782 | 20.3% | |
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The population of Grove City has grown a lot over the years. In 2010, there were 35,575 people living in the city. About 25.4% of the residents were under 18 years old. The average age of people in Grove City was 37.8 years.
Arts and Culture
Grove City hosts many fun events throughout the year. Some of these include:
- The annual Wine & Arts Festival
- The Bourbon & Spirits Festival
- The Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
The Grove City Chamber of Commerce also organizes the Arts in the Alley Festival and Parade every year. This festival lasts for three days and has been a tradition for over 45 years.
Historic Places to Visit
Grove City is home to some places listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means they are important historical sites. These include:
- Gantz Homestead
- A.G. Grant Homestead
Education
Grove City is part of the South-Western City School District. This district runs several schools within the city:
- Two high schools: Grove City High School and Central Crossing High School
- Three middle schools: Beulah Park, Jackson, and Pleasant View
- Three intermediate schools: Hayes, Park Street, and Holt Crossing
- Eight elementary schools
- A career academy: South-Western Career Academy
There are also private schools in the area, such as Grove City Christian, Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, and Beautiful Savior Lutheran School.
Notable People from Grove City
Many interesting people have come from Grove City, including:
- Gary Burley, a former professional football player for the Cincinnati Bengals
- Derek Combs, a former NFL player
- Richard Cordray, who used to be the Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- Mike Mayers, a Major League Baseball pitcher
- Craig McDonald, an author and journalist
- Pat O'Conner, an executive in Minor League Baseball
- Ben Swanson, a former professional soccer player for Columbus Crew
Sister City
Grove City has a special connection with a city in Germany:
Lübtheen, Germany
Gallery
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Gold Star Memorial Monument
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Grove City Municipal Safety Complex
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A.G. Grant Homestead
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Grove City Police Memorial
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Grove City Medical Center Under Construction (2018)
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Gantz Homestead, built 1832
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Grove City Government Offices
See also
In Spanish: Grove City (Ohio) para niños
