Marshall, Dane County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Marshall
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Village
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Downtown Marshall
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Expanding Our Community's Horizon!
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Location of Marshall in Dane County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Dane |
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| • Type | Village |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.29 sq mi (5.93 km2) |
| • Land | 2.13 sq mi (5.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.17 sq mi (0.43 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,862 |
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3,984 |
| • Density | 1,874.82/sq mi (723.99/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
53559
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| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-49575 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583662 |
Marshall is a village located in Dane County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It sits right next to the Maunesha River. In 2020, about 3,787 people lived here. Marshall is also part of the larger Madison area.
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History of Marshall Village
Early Settlement and Name Changes
In June 1837, three people named Andrew Bird, Zenas Bird, and Aaron Petrie started a small settlement. It was built along the Maunesha River. Sadly, a fire destroyed this settlement in the fall of 1838. For over ten years after that, the area was known as "Bird's Ruins."
In 1849, the area got a new name: Hanchettville. This was to honor Asahel Hanchett. He helped bring important businesses to the village. When a new railway line from Milwaukee to Madison was built, officials placed a train station in Hanchettville.
The village was then renamed Howard City, after a railway supporter. But Howard City didn't do very well. So, in 1860, Asahel Hanchett sold his land to two real estate brokers from Madison. Their names were William F. Porter and Samuel Marshall.
Marshall's New Name and Growth
One of the things Samuel Marshall bought was a grist mill. This mill was built by Ansel Hanchett in 1852. Marshall renamed it "Marshall's Roller Mill." In 1861, the settlement was officially renamed Marshall, after Samuel Marshall.
Samuel Marshall was also important because he started the Marshall & Ilsley Corporation (M&I) Bank in Madison in 1853. The Porter family moved to Marshall in 1860. William F. Porter later left in 1865, giving his share of the property to his son, William Henry Porter.
Marshall officially became an incorporated village on January 24, 1905. At that time, it had a population of 467 people. In 1908, the mill was sold to the Blaschka family. Today, it is still running as the "Blaschka Milling Co." This mill is a very important part of Marshall's history. In 2002, it celebrated 150 years of continuous operation!
Geography and Natural Features
Marshall is located at 43°10′16″N 89°3′53″W / 43.17111°N 89.06472°W. A key natural feature in Marshall is its mill pond and dam. This was originally built to power the old feed mill. Even though it's not used for power anymore, it's still important.
The mill pond is formed by the Maunesha River. It offers great places for water sports and outdoor fun. You can find these activities at local parks like Riley-Deppe County Park, Fireman's Park, and Lion's Park.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 332 | — | |
| 1890 | 282 | −15.1% | |
| 1910 | 459 | — | |
| 1920 | 497 | 8.3% | |
| 1930 | 441 | −11.3% | |
| 1940 | 447 | 1.4% | |
| 1950 | 541 | 21.0% | |
| 1960 | 736 | 36.0% | |
| 1970 | 1,043 | 41.7% | |
| 1980 | 2,363 | 126.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,329 | −1.4% | |
| 2000 | 3,432 | 47.4% | |
| 2010 | 3,862 | 12.5% | |
| 2020 (est.) | 4,016 | 4.0% | |
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Marshall's Population in 2010
According to the census from 2010, there were 3,862 people living in Marshall. These people lived in 1,437 households. About 1,040 of these were families. The village had about 1,847.8 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Marshall were White (91.1%). There were also African American (1.2%), Native American (0.2%), and Asian (0.9%) residents. About 11.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (41.3%) had children under 18 living there. Most households (54.6%) were married couples. The average household had 2.68 people. The average family had 3.12 people.
The average age in the village was 34.4 years old. About 29.1% of residents were under 18. And 10.4% were 65 years or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (51.0%) and females (49.0%).
Getting Around Marshall
Roads and Highways
Marshall is connected by two main state highways.
Wisconsin Highway 19 runs from east to west. It connects Mazomanie to Watertown.
Wisconsin Highway 73 runs from north to south. It crosses central Wisconsin from Ingram to Edgerton.
Train Travel
Marshall used to have a train line. This line ran between Milwaukee and Madison. It was part of the Milwaukee Road. However, passenger train service stopped in 1957. This ended direct passenger rail travel between Milwaukee and Madison.
Air Travel
Marshall has a small airfield called Mathaire Field. It is privately owned. It has a 2800-foot grass landing strip. It is used for single-engine planes and ultralight vehicles.
Famous People from Marshall
- Craig Benzine is an Internet personality.
- Nathan Haseleu is a NASCAR driver.
Fun Events in Marshall
Marshall hosts many fun events each year. The village has several parks that are perfect for these gatherings. The historic Marshall Firemen's Park is a popular spot.
Some of the events held there include:
- The Marshall Firemen's Festival
- The Lions Club Ice Fisheree
- The Lions Club Steak and Lobster Feed
In 2016, Marshall also hosted one of the biggest disc golf tournaments in the country. The parks in Marshall have been improved over the years. Recently, new playground equipment was added to Fireman's Park. The ball field was also upgraded, and new parking lots were built.
Images for kids
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Downtown Marshall
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Location of Marshall in Dane County, Wisconsin.
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Population sign on WIS 73
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Marshall School
See also
In Spanish: Marshall (Wisconsin) para niños
