Holmen, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Holmen, Wisconsin
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View above from Holmen High School looking southeast towards downtown Holmen
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You're always welcome!
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Location of Holmen in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | La Crosse |
| Incorporated | May 7, 1946 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.26 sq mi (18.81 km2) |
| • Land | 7.26 sq mi (18.81 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 10,661 |
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11,581  |
| • Density | 1,381.71/sq mi (533.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Zip Code |
54636
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| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-35450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1566559 |
Holmen (pronounced HOHL-mən) is a city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It's a part of the larger La Crosse-Onalaska area. In 2020, about 10,661 people lived there.
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History of Holmen
Holmen was first settled in 1862 by people who had moved from Norway. It officially became a city on May 7, 1946.
Before it was called Holmen, the community was known as Frederickstown. This name honored Frederick Anderson, who was a blacksmith in the area. The name changed in September 1875 when Charles A. Sjölander opened the local post office. The word "Holmen" comes from the Norwegian word for "islet," which means a small island.
Geography and Landscape
Holmen is located in an area known for its beautiful natural features. You'll find lots of wooded areas, rolling hills, and tall bluffs. Bluffs are steep cliffs or hills, and these are common in this part of Wisconsin, often called the "Driftless Area." This region wasn't flattened by glaciers long ago, so it has unique landscapes.
The mighty Mississippi River flows just southwest of the city. Holmen covers about 7.26 square miles (18.81 square kilometers) of land. One special landmark is Star Hill, a tall bluff right next to downtown Holmen. It's named for a star that lights up on top of the hill.
Population and People
Holmen has grown quite a bit over the years! Here's how its population has changed:
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| 1950 | 584 | — | |
| 1960 | 635 | 8.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,081 | 70.2% | |
| 1980 | 2,411 | 123.0% | |
| 1990 | 3,220 | 33.6% | |
| 2000 | 6,200 | 92.5% | |
| 2010 | 9,005 | 45.2% | |
| 2020 | 10,661 | 18.4% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 11,581 | 28.6% | |
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In 2020, there were 10,661 people living in Holmen. The city is home to a diverse group of people from different backgrounds.
Education in Holmen
Students in Holmen attend schools within the Holmen School District. For older students, there's Holmen High School and Holmen Middle School. Younger students go to one of the four elementary schools. The school district's mascot is the Viking!
Famous People from Holmen
Holmen has been home to several notable people, especially athletes:
- Jeren Kendall – A baseball player for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He went to Holmen High School.
- Valentine S. Keppel – A farmer, businessman, and politician who lived in Holmen.
- Taylor Kohlwey – A professional baseball outfielder for the San Diego Padres. He was born and raised in Holmen and also graduated from Holmen High School.
- Craig Newsome – A professional football player.
Images for kids
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Holmen Cheese plant
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Holmen Municipal Center
See also
In Spanish: Holmen (Wisconsin) para niños
