Haubstadt, Indiana facts for kids
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Haubstadt, Indiana
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| Town of Haubstadt | |
Haubstadt's town hall
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| Motto(s):
"Preserving Our Past, Planning Our Future"
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Location of Haubstadt in Gibson County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Gibson |
| Township | Johnson |
| Named for | Henry Haub |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.72 sq mi (1.87 km2) |
| • Land | 0.71 sq mi (1.85 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 479 ft (146 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,638 |
| • Density | 2,297.34/sq mi (886.83/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47639
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-32512 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396991 |
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| Major State Roads |  |
Haubstadt is a town in Gibson County, Indiana, Indiana, United States. It is the second largest town in the county. In 2020, 1,638 people lived there. Haubstadt is close to Evansville, Indiana. Many people who work in Evansville live in Haubstadt.
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History of Haubstadt
Haubstadt was first called Haub's Station. This name means "Haub town" in German. The town was planned in 1855. It was named after an early settler, Henry Haub. The town officially became a town in 1913.
Early Settlements and The Log Inn
Henry Haub built the first home in the community. It was a special building for travelers. It had a stagecoach shop, a general store, and a trading post. This helped people traveling on the Noon Day Stage Coach route. Later, a dance hall was added above Mr. Haub's tavern and store. This building became known as The Log Inn. It is famous for being the oldest restaurant in Indiana.
The Haubstadt State Bank building is also important. It is now the Town Hall. This building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. This means it is a special historical site.
The 1990 Train Accident
On June 14, 1990, a train had an accident in Haubstadt. It was around 7:00 PM when the train went off its tracks. There was a loud crash and a bright flash. The power went out across the whole town. Many people quickly realized what had happened.
The accident destroyed several buildings. Much of the downtown area was damaged very quickly. People were worried because they thought the train might be carrying dangerous chemicals. Many residents, especially those with breathing problems, left town. It was later found that the chemical cars were empty. The smell was just leftover residue.
Investigators found that the train tracks were not in good condition. Some parts were loose. The speed of the train also played a role. Trains often travel fast through Haubstadt. Some people in Haubstadt and nearby towns worry about future accidents. This is because the train speed limit was increased in 2000.
Geography and Schools
Haubstadt covers about 0.71 square miles (1.85 square kilometers) of land. Only a very small part is water.
Local Schools
Haubstadt has several schools for students. These include Haubstadt Community School (HCS). There are also two Catholic schools: Saints Peter and Paul (Sts. P&P) and Saint James. Saint James school is about 2 miles south of town.
Churches in Haubstadt
The Haubstadt area has two main Catholic churches. These are Saint James and Saints Peter & Paul. Both churches have schools for students from kindergarten to 8th grade. There are also other smaller churches in town and in the surrounding area.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 278 | — | |
| 1930 | 674 | — | |
| 1940 | 762 | 13.1% | |
| 1950 | 894 | 17.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,029 | 15.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,171 | 13.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,389 | 18.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,455 | 4.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,529 | 5.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,577 | 3.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,638 | 3.9% | |
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2010 Census Details
In 2010, Haubstadt had 1,577 people living there. There were 667 households. Most of the people were White (98.2%). A small number of people were African American, Native American, or Asian. About 0.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Haubstadt was 41.1 years old. About 23% of the people were under 18 years old. About 16.7% were 65 years or older. The town had a nearly equal number of males and females.
Education
Haubstadt is part of the South Gibson School Corporation.
Schools in Haubstadt
- K-8: Haubstadt Community School
- K-8: Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic School
- K-8: Saint James Catholic School
- 9-12: Gibson Southern High School
Former Schools
Haubstadt Johnson High School used to be in the area. It joined with Gibson Southern High School in 1974.
Public Library
Haubstadt has a public library. It is a branch of the Fort Branch-Johnson Township Public Library system.
Sports and Recreation
Tri-State Speedway is a popular place for racing. It is a 1/4 mile dirt oval track. The Speedway opened in 1957. It is located about 1 mile east of town, near US 41. Many exciting races happen here. These include events like the World of Outlaws and USAC National Sprint Car Championship.
See also
In Spanish: Haubstadt (Indiana) para niños
