Henryetta, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Henryetta, Oklahoma
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| Nickname(s):
"Rodeo Cowboy Capital Of The World"
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| Motto(s):
"A legacy of legends, cowboys & heroes."
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Location of Henryetta, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Okmulgee |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-Manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.89 sq mi (17.83 km2) |
| • Land | 6.85 sq mi (17.74 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 5,640 |
| • Density | 823.60/sq mi (318.01/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
74437
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| Area code(s) | 539/918 |
| FIPS code | 40-33750 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410744 |
Henryetta is a city located in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma, in the United States. In 2020, about 5,640 people lived there. The city is known as the "Rodeo Cowboy Capital Of The World." Its motto is "A legacy of legends, cowboys & heroes."
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History of Henryetta
Henryetta started as a ranch in 1885. A man named Hugh Henry built his ranch on land belonging to the Creek Nation. He soon found coal nearby. He used this coal to power the forge at his ranch.
More coal was found in the area. This discovery brought railroads to develop the mines. A small town called Furrs grew around these mines. The town's name changed to Henryetta on August 28, 1900. This was when a post office opened there.
When Oklahoma became a state in 1907, Henryetta had 1,051 people. The town's economy relied on farming, coal, natural gas, and oil. By 1909, there were 14 coal mines in the area. They produced 65,000 tons of coal each month. The population grew to 1,671 by 1910.
During the 1920s, Henryetta added new factories. These included a broom factory, several brick factories, and a bottling plant. By 1943, several coal companies in Henryetta produced over 600,000 tons of coal each year.
Henryetta's factories continued to grow. A company called Pittsburgh Plate Glass (PPG) built a large glass factory in Henryetta between 1929 and 1930. It employed 900 people. This factory was said to be the biggest west of the Mississippi River. The factory closed in 1974. However, it was bought and changed to make glass containers. It still operates today as Anchor Glass Container.
Another company, Eagle-Picher, had a huge zinc melting plant in the Spelter City area of town. This plant operated through the 1960s. The company also had a plant that found the rare metal germanium. This plant employed more than 700 people. It has since closed.
Today, Henryetta has several important employers. These include Anchor Glass, which makes glass containers. Shawcor is an international company that works with oilfields. Henryetta Pallet makes wood pallets. G&H Decoy has been making waterfowl decoys since 1934.
City Geography
The city of Henryetta covers about 6.1 square miles (15.8 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.10 square kilometers), is water.
Population Facts
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 1,671 | — | |
| 1920 | 5,889 | 252.4% | |
| 1930 | 7,694 | 30.7% | |
| 1940 | 6,905 | −10.3% | |
| 1950 | 7,987 | 15.7% | |
| 1960 | 6,551 | −18.0% | |
| 1970 | 6,430 | −1.8% | |
| 1980 | 6,432 | 0.0% | |
| 1990 | 5,872 | −8.7% | |
| 2000 | 6,096 | 3.8% | |
| 2010 | 5,927 | −2.8% | |
| 2020 | 5,640 | −4.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, Henryetta had 6,096 people living there. There were 2,460 households. A household is a group of people living in the same home. About 1,589 of these households were families.
Most people in Henryetta were White (about 79.69%). About 12.30% were Native American. Other groups made up smaller parts of the population. About 2.20% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The population was spread out by age. About 25.9% of people were under 18 years old. About 19.7% were 65 years or older. The average age in the city was 39 years.
Transportation in Henryetta
Henryetta is located where two major highways meet. Interstate 40 is a big highway that goes east and west across the southern United States. U.S. Route 75 is a main highway that goes north and south. It stretches from Minnesota to Texas.
Other highways serving Henryetta include US Route 266 and Oklahoma State Highway 124.
The city also has its own airport, Henryetta Municipal Airport. It is about 3 miles southwest of town. It has a paved runway for planes.
For commercial flights, people can use Tulsa International Airport. This airport is about 60 miles north of Henryetta.
Henryetta is also served by the KI BOIS Area Transit System (KATS). This is a low-cost bus service. It helps people in southeast Oklahoma get to places like senior centers, grocery stores, and medical services. KATS also provides transportation to Okmulgee and Tulsa.
Notable People from Henryetta
Many famous people have come from Henryetta:
- Troy Aikman: A Hall of Fame NFL quarterback.
- Alice Ghostley: An actress known for shows like Bewitched and movies like Grease.
- Mark Ryal: A former Major League baseball player.
- Jim Shoulders: A very famous rodeo cowboy.
- Steven W. Taylor: A Chief Justice of the Oklahoma Supreme Court.
Events in Henryetta
Henryetta hosts two big rodeos every year. The Jim Shoulders Spring Roundup Rodeo happens in June. The Living Legends Rodeo takes place over Labor Day Weekend.
Parks and Recreation
Just south of Henryetta is Nichols Park. This park is over 300 acres in size. It was built between 1938 and 1941. The park has a 17-acre lake called Nichols Lake, where people can go fishing.
Nichols Park offers many outdoor activities. These include disc golf, baseball, and off-road trails for all-terrain vehicles. There are also hiking trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas. The park has primitive campsites and large open fields for events. In June 2022, the park hosted the "Highway to Henryetta" event. This event helped raise money for the town and Henryetta schools.
Jim Hall Lake, also known as Lake Henryetta, is southeast of town. It covers 450 acres. The lake has boat ramps, docks, and picnic areas. There are also primitive campsites and outdoor grills. Lake Henryetta is important because it provides drinking water for the town.
Historic Locations
The Henryetta Historical Museum is a great place to learn about the town's past. It is located in what was once the town's first schoolhouse. Later, it became the town's first courthouse.
The Henryetta Golf Course and Country Club opened in the 1920s. It is open all year. You usually don't need to book a tee-time in advance.
Two places in Henryetta are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These are the Hugh Henry House and Nichols Park.
Cultural Life
For local news, people in Henryetta can read The Henryetta Free-Lance newspaper. They can also visit TheHenryettan.com online.
Henryetta's school sports teams used to have a unique nickname, the "Mud Hens." Later, they were called "Hens" and "Fighting Hens." In 1989, students asked for a change. The teams are now known as the "Knights."
The local high school's drama team is known for its theatrical performances. In February 2023, they performed a showcase of over 15 musical songs. It was a big success!
See also
In Spanish: Henryetta (Oklahoma) para niños
