Lisbon, Ohio facts for kids
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Lisbon, Ohio
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Lisbon Historic District
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Location of Lisbon in Columbiana County, Ohio.
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 Lisbon, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Lisbon, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Ohio | |
| County | Columbiana | |
| Founded | 1803 | |
| Named for | Lisbon, Portugal | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Mayor-Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.68 sq mi (4.36 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.68 sq mi (4.36 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,597 | |
| • Density | 1,542.16/sq mi (595.43/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
44432
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| Area code(s) | 330, 234 | |
| FIPS code | 39-44030 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398448 | |
| School District | Lisbon Exempted Village School District | |
| Website | http://www.lisbonvillage.com/ | |
Lisbon is a small village in Ohio, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Columbiana County, Ohio. In 2020, about 2,597 people lived there. The village is located along the Little Beaver Creek, about 25 miles southwest of Youngstown.
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History of Lisbon, Ohio
Lisbon was first called New Lisbon. It was started in 1803 by Lewis Kinney. The village got its name from Lisbon, Portugal, which is the capital city of Portugal. New Lisbon officially became a village in 1825. Later, in 1895, its name was shortened to Lisbon.
First Ohio Newspaper
Lisbon is famous for being the home of Ohio's first newspaper. This newspaper was called The Ohio Patriot. It was started by William D. Lepper, an immigrant from a region in France called Alsace.
Lisbon and the Civil War
During the American Civil War, Lisbon played a small but important role. It was the northernmost town in the western part of the country to see military action. A Confederate cavalry officer named John Hunt Morgan surrendered near Lisbon. This happened at the end of his long raid into Indiana and Ohio.
Famous People from Lisbon
Several notable people were born in Lisbon when it was still called New Lisbon.
- William T. H. Brooks was a general in the Civil War. He led a large group of soldiers in the Army of the Potomac.
- Marcus Hanna was born in Lisbon in 1837. He became a US Senator from Ohio. He was also a close advisor to President William McKinley.
Geography and Location
Lisbon is located at coordinates 40.773874 degrees North and -80.767553 degrees West. The village covers a total area of about 1.69 square miles (4.36 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1810 | 303 | — | |
| 1820 | 746 | 146.2% | |
| 1830 | 1,129 | 51.3% | |
| 1860 | 1,381 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,569 | 13.6% | |
| 1880 | 2,028 | 29.3% | |
| 1890 | 2,278 | 12.3% | |
| 1900 | 3,330 | 46.2% | |
| 1910 | 3,084 | −7.4% | |
| 1920 | 3,113 | 0.9% | |
| 1930 | 3,405 | 9.4% | |
| 1940 | 3,379 | −0.8% | |
| 1950 | 3,293 | −2.5% | |
| 1960 | 3,579 | 8.7% | |
| 1970 | 3,521 | −1.6% | |
| 1980 | 3,159 | −10.3% | |
| 1990 | 3,037 | −3.9% | |
| 2000 | 2,788 | −8.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,821 | 1.2% | |
| 2020 | 2,597 | −7.9% | |
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The population of Lisbon has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 2,821 people living in the village. This included 1,138 households and 693 families. The average age of people in Lisbon was about 39.6 years old. About 23% of the residents were under 18 years old.
Arts and Culture
Lisbon hosts several fun events each year.
- The annual Columbiana County Fair takes place in the summer.
- The Lisbon Johnny Appleseed Festival happens in the fall. It celebrates the pioneer who is said to have planted apple tree nurseries in the area.
Lepper Library
The village is home to the public Lepper Library. It was founded in 1897. The land for the library and a large donation came from Virginia Lepper. She gave them in memory of her husband.
North Country National Scenic Trail
In 2020, Lisbon was named an official North Country National Scenic Trail Town. This means it's a welcoming stop along a very long hiking trail.
Education in Lisbon
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Children in Lisbon attend schools within the public Lisbon Exempted Village School District.
- McKinley Elementary School serves students from kindergarten to 5th grade.
- David Anderson Junior/Senior High School is for grades 6 through 12.
The school's sports teams are called the Blue Devils. In 1995, the Lisbon Blue Devils boys football team won a state championship. This was a big achievement for a school in Columbiana County.
Local Media
Lisbon is where the Morning Journal newspaper is based. This newspaper covers local news for all of Columbiana County. It has been printing since 1909.
Notable Residents
Many interesting people have lived in Lisbon throughout its history. Here are a few:
- Larry Csonka: A famous former National Football League player.
- Mark Hanna: A powerful US Senator from Ohio and a key advisor to President William McKinley.
- John Hessin Clarke: He became an Associate Justice on the highest court in the United States, the United States Supreme Court.
- William T. H. Brooks: A U.S. Army Major General during the American Civil War.
- The Fighting McCooks: This was a famous family from Lisbon. Many of them were officers in the Union Army during the Civil War.
- Daniel McCook: An attorney and a major in the Union Army.
- Robert Latimer McCook: A brigadier general in the Union Army.
- William McKinley Sr.: A pioneer in the iron industry in eastern Ohio. He was the father of President William McKinley.
See also
In Spanish: Lisbon (Ohio) para niños
