Liberty, North Carolina facts for kids
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Liberty, North Carolina
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Downtown Liberty
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| Motto(s):
"A Great Place to Live"
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Location of Liberty, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Randolph |
| Founded | 1809 |
| Incorporated | 1889 |
| Named for | A plantation owned by John Leak |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.15 sq mi (8.15 km2) |
| • Land | 3.13 sq mi (8.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 751 ft (229 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,655 |
| • Density | 847.70/sq mi (327.27/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27298
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| Area code(s) | 336 |
| FIPS code | 37-38100 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406017 |
| Website | www.liberty-nc.com |
Liberty is a small town located in Randolph County, North Carolina, in the United States. It is known for its friendly community and interesting history. The town's motto is "A Great Place to Live."
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History of Liberty, North Carolina
Liberty was first settled in 1809. It was originally called Liberty Oak. The town grew around the plantation of John Leak.
Early Buildings and Education
The first church in Liberty was the Liberty Christian Church. It opened on October 11, 1884. Today, it is known as the United Church of Christ.
Liberty Academy was the town's first school. It started on May 6, 1885, as a special charter school. This school helped Liberty become known as a place for good education early on. The Sandy Creek Baptist Church, which is very important to the Southern Baptist group, is also located here.
Historic Places in Liberty
The Liberty Historic District is a special area in town. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2000. This happened thanks to the hard work of Mrs. Francine Swaim. She was a local writer, teacher, and historian.
Geography and Rivers
Liberty is located near several important waterways. The Rocky River flows to the south and southwest of the town. The North Rocky River Prong, a smaller stream, is to the northeast.
Sandy Creek also flows through the western and northwestern parts of Liberty. It is a branch of the Deep River.
Events and Local Landmarks
Liberty hosts fun events and has interesting places to visit.
Popular Festivals and Shows
One popular event is the Liberty Antiques Festival. People come from all over to find unique old items.
The Liberty Showcase is another exciting spot. Many famous country music stars from Nashville have performed here. These include Ronnie McDowell, Lorrie Morgan, and Gene Watson.
Movies Filmed in Liberty
Liberty and the areas around it have been used as filming locations for movies. Two films shot here were Killers Three (1968) and Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice (1993).
Important Town Landmarks
The Patterson House Museum is a well-known landmark in Liberty. It is located close to the town hall. Dr. Armstead Jackson Patterson built this house in 1885 for his parents to live in during their retirement.
Other local landmarks include the old Liberty train station. While it is historical, it is not open to the public. The Vance York house is also a notable historical building in the town.
Population of Liberty
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 366 | — | |
| 1900 | 304 | −16.9% | |
| 1910 | 474 | 55.9% | |
| 1920 | 636 | 34.2% | |
| 1930 | 873 | 37.3% | |
| 1940 | 922 | 5.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,342 | 45.6% | |
| 1960 | 1,438 | 7.2% | |
| 1970 | 2,167 | 50.7% | |
| 1980 | 1,997 | −7.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,047 | 2.5% | |
| 2000 | 2,661 | 30.0% | |
| 2010 | 2,656 | −0.2% | |
| 2020 | 2,655 | 0.0% | |
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Liberty's Population in 2020
According to the 2020 United States census, Liberty had a population of 2,655 people. There were 1,108 households and 671 families living in the town at that time.
Aviation and Air Traffic
Liberty plays a role in the aviation community. There are several private airports nearby. The town is also located where many air traffic routes meet. These routes are used by planes flying along the East Coast.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has a special navigation tool called a Vortac near Liberty. This tool helps guide air traffic.
Liberty is also near an important dividing line for air traffic control. Planes flying west of Liberty are guided by the Atlanta Air Route Traffic Control Center. Planes flying east are guided by the Washington Air Route Traffic Control Center.
See also
In Spanish: Liberty (Carolina del Norte) para niños
