Mansfield, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Mansfield, Pennsylvania
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Downtown Mansfield looking east from I-99/US-15
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Location of Mansfield in Tioga County, Pennsylvania.
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 Mansfield, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Mansfield, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Pennsylvania |
| County | Tioga |
| Settled | 1804 |
| Incorporated (borough) | 1857 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.89 sq mi (4.88 km2) |
| • Land | 1.88 sq mi (4.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,181 ft (360 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,839 |
| • Density | 1,506.90/sq mi (581.77/km2) |
| Time zone | Eastern (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | EDT |
| ZIP code |
16933
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| Area code(s) | 570 |
| FIPS code | 42-47080 |
| Website | Mansfield Chamber of Commerce |
Mansfield is a small town, called a borough, in east-central Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located in the Tioga River valley. You can find it where U.S. Route 6 and U.S. Business Route 15 meet. Mansfield is about 36 miles (58 km) southwest of Elmira, New York.
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History of Mansfield
Early Settlement and Growth
In 1800, a settler from Rhode Island named Asa Mann cleared a large area of forest. In 1804, he planned out a town on this land, which became known as Mann's field. The town officially became a borough in 1857.
In the same year, the Mansfield Classical Seminary was started. This school later became a state normal school in 1862. Today, it is known as Mansfield University of Pennsylvania.
First Night Football Game
Mansfield is famous for being the place where the very first night football game was played. This historic game happened on September 28, 1892. It was played under bright electric lights, thanks to the Edison Illuminating Company.
The 1892 Wyoming Seminary vs. Mansfield State Normal football game is still celebrated today. An annual festival remembers this special event from the 1890s.
Population Changes Over Time
In 1900, about 1,847 people lived in Mansfield. By 1910, the population was 1,654. The number of people grew to 3,411 by the year 2000. In 2010, the population was 3,625.
Historic Places
The Mansfield Armory is an important building in the town. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. This means it's recognized for its historical importance.
Geography of Mansfield
Mansfield is located at coordinates 41°48′27″N 77°4′42″W.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough covers a total area of about 1.9 square miles (4.9 km2). All of this area is land. Mansfield is surrounded by Richmond Township.
People of Mansfield
Population Numbers
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 351 | — | |
| 1870 | 616 | 75.5% | |
| 1880 | 1,611 | 161.5% | |
| 1890 | 1,762 | 9.4% | |
| 1900 | 1,847 | 4.8% | |
| 1910 | 1,645 | −10.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,609 | −2.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,755 | 9.1% | |
| 1940 | 1,880 | 7.1% | |
| 1950 | 2,657 | 41.3% | |
| 1960 | 2,678 | 0.8% | |
| 1970 | 4,114 | 53.6% | |
| 1980 | 3,322 | −19.3% | |
| 1990 | 3,538 | 6.5% | |
| 2000 | 3,411 | −3.6% | |
| 2010 | 3,625 | 6.3% | |
| 2020 | 2,852 | −21.3% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 2,840 | −21.7% | |
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As of the year 2000, there were 3,411 people living in Mansfield. The population density was about 1,815 people per square mile (701 people/km2).
Community Life
There were 957 households in the borough. About 23.3% of these households had children under 18 living with them. Many households were made up of individuals living alone.
The average age of people in Mansfield was 22 years old. This is because many students attend the university here.
Notable People from Mansfield
- Charles Herman Allen (1828–1904) was an American teacher and school leader.
- Minnie M. Argetsinger (1882–1954) was an American Baptist missionary who worked in China.
- Matt Kurzejewski is a racing driver.
- Tom McMillen was a professional basketball player. He also served as a congressman for Maryland.
Education in Mansfield
Mansfield has several schools for students of different ages:
- Warren L. Miller Elementary School
- Mansfield Jr./Sr. High School
- New Covenant Academy
- Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
See also
In Spanish: Mansfield (Pensilvania) para niños
