Hawkins, Texas facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Hawkins, Texas
City
Allen Memorial Public Library in Hawkins
Nickname(s):  The Pancake Capital of Texas
Location of Hawkins, Texas
Country	United States
State	Texas
County	Wood
Area
• Total	2.22 sq mi (5.75 km2)
• Land	2.21 sq mi (5.71 km2)
• Water	0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2)
Elevation	413 ft (126 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	1,274
• Density	598.82/sq mi (231.25/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code	75765
Area code	430, 903
FIPS code	48-32816
GNIS feature ID	2410718

Hawkins advertises itself as the home of Jarvis Christian University and the "Pancake Capital of Texas" because it was the home of Lillian Richard, an African-American actress who portrayed "Aunt Jemima" for the Quaker Oats Company from 1925 to 1947.

Hawkins is a small city located in Wood County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,274 people lived there. Hawkins is known as "The Pancake Capital of Texas." This is because Lillian Richard, an actress who played "Aunt Jemima" for the Quaker Oats Company, lived here. The city is about 20 miles north of a larger city called Tyler. Just east of Hawkins, you'll find Jarvis Christian University, a college that was historically for Black students.

History of Hawkins

Hawkins has been a community for a long time. A post office was first opened in Hawkins in 1873. This means people were sending and receiving mail here over 150 years ago!

Geography and Location

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  Downtown Hawkins (2014)

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  First Baptist Church of Hawkins (2024)

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  Another glimpse of Hawkins with City Hall in the blue building on the right (2016).

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  City National Bank in Hawkins

Hawkins covers an area of about 2.2 square miles (5.8 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount of water.

The city is located along U.S. Route 80, a major road that connects it to nearby towns like Mineola (to the west) and Big Sandy (to the east). Another important road, FM Road 14, runs through Hawkins from north to south. If you travel north on FM 14, you can reach Quitman and Holly Lake Ranch. Traveling south on FM 14 will take you to Interstate 20 and the city of Tyler.

Hawkins' Climate

The weather in Hawkins is usually warm and humid in the summer. Winters are generally mild, meaning they are not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.

Population and People

Hawkins has seen its population change over the years. In 1950, there were 493 people, and by 2020, the population grew to 1,274.

Here's a look at the different groups of people living in Hawkins as of 2020:

In 2020, there were 1,274 people living in Hawkins. These people lived in 562 households, which are like homes or apartments. About 320 of these households were families.

Education in Hawkins

Students in Hawkins attend schools that are part of the Hawkins Independent School District. This district provides public education for children in the area.

Also, Jarvis Christian University is located just outside of Hawkins. It's a university where students can go to get a higher education.

Famous People from Hawkins

Some interesting people have connections to Hawkins:

• Mel and Norma Gabler: This couple became well-known for reviewing and critiquing public school textbooks from their home in Hawkins.
• Lillian Richard: She was an African-American actress who famously played "Aunt Jemima" for the Quaker Oats Company for many years.
• Stanley Richard: He is Lillian Richard's great-nephew and played professional football in the National Football League.

Places to Visit Nearby

If you're in the Hawkins area, you might enjoy visiting:

• Tyler State Park: A great place for outdoor activities like camping, fishing, and hiking.
• Lake Hawkins: A beautiful lake where people can go fishing or enjoy the water.

See also

In Spanish: Hawkins (Texas) para niños