Mascot, Tennessee facts for kids
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Mascot
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Mascot Park (right) and houses on Tipple Dr. in Mascot, 2015
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Location in Knox County and the state of Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Knox |
| Founded | 1796 |
| Named for | Mining and Smelting Company of Tennessee |
| Government | |
| • Type | County Commission |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.19 sq mi (18.61 km2) |
| • Land | 6.96 sq mi (18.04 km2) |
| • Water | 0.22 sq mi (0.57 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,760 |
| • Density | 396.27/sq mi (153.01/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
37806, 37924
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| Area code(s) | 865 |
| FIPS code | 47-46400 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403259 |
Mascot is a small community in Knox County, Tennessee. It's called a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. In 2020, about 2,760 people lived in Mascot. This was an increase from 2,411 people in 2010.
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A Look Back at Mascot's History
Mascot's story began around 1796. That's when John Erwin bought 150 acres of land from the United States government. However, the area didn't really grow much until the 1800s and early 1900s.
In the early 1800s, people settled near a crossing point on the Holston River. This spot was known as Saylor's Ford. Later, in 1838, a doctor named George Arnold built a large house called "Chesterfield". This beautiful house is now on the National Register of Historic Places.
A railroad line was built through the area in 1884. A post office opened, first called "Meek." But by 1887, the railroad station was known as "Mascot." The name "Mascot" might have come from an older company. It's believed to be an acronym for the Mining and Smelting Company of Tennessee. This company used to run the mines in the area.
Mascot became a "company town" in the early 1900s. This means a company owned most of the homes and businesses. The Holston Zinc Company started a mine here in 1906. However, some mining might have happened even earlier.
Where is Mascot Located?
Mascot is in the northeastern part of Knox County, Tennessee. It sits between a major road, U.S. Route 11W, and the Holston River. Mascot is about 14 miles northeast of Knoxville. It's also 8 miles southwest of Blaine and 4 miles west of Strawberry Plains.
The area of Mascot is about 7.1 square miles (18.61 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Mascot's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 2,119 | — | |
| 2010 | 2,411 | 13.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,760 | 14.5% | |
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In 2010, there were 2,411 people living in Mascot. These people lived in 971 households. About 26.4% of these households had children under 18 living there. The average household had about 2.48 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 25.6% of residents were under 20 years old. Around 13.7% were 65 years or older. The average age in Mascot was 38 years old.
What Does Mascot Do? (Economy)
Mascot is home to the Eastbridge Business Park. This is a large area, about 800 acres, set aside for businesses. It's a special "opportunity zone" designed to encourage new businesses. Big companies like Exedy America, Timken RBS, and Lifetime Products have facilities here.
Mascot is also known for its history of zinc mining. For many decades, zinc was a very important industry in this area of Knox County. There are also several rock quarries near the Holston River.
Learning in Mascot (Schools)
Students living in Mascot attend schools that are part of the Knox County Schools district. Here are the schools they go to:
- East Knox County Elementary School, which is located right in Mascot.
- Carter Middle School, found in Carter.
- Carter High School, also in Carter.
- Career Magnet Academy, located in East Knoxville/Strawberry Plains.
See also
In Spanish: Mascot (Tennessee) para niños
