Marysville, Montana facts for kids
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Marysville, Montana
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 Marysville, Montana
Location in Montana
Marysville, Montana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Lewis and Clark |
| Founded | 1876 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.50 sq mi (1.29 km2) |
| • Land | 0.50 sq mi (1.29 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,413 ft (1,650 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 82 |
| • Density | 164.66/sq mi (63.63/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| FIPS code | 30-48250 |
Marysville is a small community in Lewis and Clark County, Montana, United States. It is not an official city but a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, even though it doesn't have its own local government. Marysville is located high up, at about 5,413 feet (1,650 meters) above sea level.
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History of Marysville
Marysville was once a very busy place, especially in the 1880s and 1890s. It was a major center for gold mining in Montana. Back then, about 3,000 people lived there!
The town got its name from Thomas Cruse, who owned a mine. He named it after Mary Ralston, the wife of a miner. Today, only a few old buildings are left, including a baseball field and the historic Methodist-Episcopal Church of Marysville.
Where is Marysville?
Marysville is in the southwestern part of Lewis and Clark County. It's about 21 miles (34 km) northwest of Helena, which is the capital city of Montana.
The community sits in the valley of Silver Creek. This creek flows east into the Helena Valley and eventually joins the Missouri River.
Just west of Marysville, you'll find the Great Divide Ski Area. This is a popular spot for skiing on the slopes of Mount Belmont. You can usually ski there from late November to March.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Marysville covers an area of about 0.5 square miles (1.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Mining in Marysville
Marysville was famous for its rich gold mines, especially the Drumlummon Mine. This mine was closed in 1904 because of legal problems, and its lower parts filled with water.
Around 2010, there were exciting reports about new discoveries in the Drumlummon Mine. People explored it again and found signs of more gold!
However, people in Marysville have different feelings about starting large-scale mining again. Some might be excited about new jobs, while others might worry about the environment.
The Story of "Irish Tommy" Cruse
Much of Marysville's history and stories are about a man named "Irish Tommy" Cruse. He came to the area looking for gold. He often didn't find much and sometimes even slept on a bar counter in Helena because he didn't have much money.
One day, near where Marysville is now, Tommy struck it rich! He found a huge amount of gold. He named the mine "Drumlummon" after his birthplace in Ireland. He also founded the town of Marysville.
There are a few stories about how Marysville got its name:
- Some people believe it was named after Mary Ralston, who was the first person there.
- Others think it was named for the first three women named Mary who lived there.
- Another story says it was named after one of Tommy's business partners.
Tommy first made $150,000 from the mine. Later, he sold it for a huge amount: $1,500,000!
Population Facts
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| 2020 | 82 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Marysville was 82 people. This shows how much the town has changed since its busy mining days when thousands lived there.
Education
For younger students, Marysville is part of the Trinity Elementary School District. Older students attend high school in the Helena High School District.
See also
In Spanish: Marysville (Montana) para niños
