Midway, Georgia facts for kids
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Midway, Georgia
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| Motto(s):
"A growing city with a hometown feel"
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Location in Liberty County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Liberty |
| Settled | 1752 |
| Incorporated | 1925 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.44 sq mi (16.68 km2) |
| • Land | 6.44 sq mi (16.67 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,141 |
| • Density | 332.61/sq mi (128.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
31320
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| Area code(s) | 912 |
| FIPS code | 13-51352 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0356389 |
Midway is a small city located in Liberty County, Georgia, in the United States. It is part of the larger Hinesville-Fort Stewart area. In 2020, about 2,141 people lived there.
Midway is known for its history and museums. You can visit the Midway Museum and the Dorchester Academy Museum. The Midway Historic District is a special place listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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History of Midway, Georgia
The story of Midway began a long time ago, in the 1700s. In 1752, a group of Puritans moved to Georgia from South Carolina. They settled in an area called St. John's Parish, which included what is now Midway.
The government gave them a large amount of land, about 31,950 acres. This was to encourage many settlers to live there. More people meant better protection from the Creek Native Americans. The first settlers in Midway were mostly farmers who grew rice. They built a strong farming economy.
The city of Midway officially became a city in 1925.
Midway's Historic District
In 1973, a special part of Midway was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This area is called the Midway Historic District. It includes the Midway Congregational Church and Cemetery, the Midway Museum, and the Old Sunbury Road. These places help tell the story of Midway's past.
Geography and Location
Midway is located in the eastern part of Liberty County. Its exact location is 31°48′00″N 81°24′44″W / 31.799873°N 81.412298°W. The city now includes an area that was once called Dorchester.
The city limits reach east to Interstate 95, a major highway. From I-95, you can drive about 32 miles northeast to Savannah. Or, you can go about 45 miles south to Brunswick. U.S. Route 84 also runs through Midway, leading west to Hinesville, which is the county seat.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Midway covers a total area of about 6.44 square miles (16.7 square kilometers). Only a very small part of this area is water.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 42 | — | |
| 1940 | 96 | 128.6% | |
| 1950 | 228 | 137.5% | |
| 1960 | 240 | 5.3% | |
| 1970 | 167 | −30.4% | |
| 1980 | 457 | 173.7% | |
| 1990 | 863 | 88.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,100 | 27.5% | |
| 2010 | 2,121 | 92.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,141 | 0.9% | |
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The number of people living in Midway has changed a lot over the years. In 1930, only 42 people lived there. By 2020, the population grew to 2,141 people.
Diversity in Midway
Midway is home to people from many different backgrounds. Here's a look at the racial makeup of the city as of 2020:
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 871 | 40.68% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 951 | 44.42% |
| Native American | 5 | 0.23% |
| Asian | 26 | 1.21% |
| Other/Mixed | 122 | 5.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 166 | 7.75% |
In 2020, there were 2,141 people living in Midway. These people lived in 615 households, and 457 of these were families.
Industry and Economy
Midway has an industrial park, which is an area set aside for businesses and factories. There are nine manufacturing facilities located there. In 2007, Target Corporation opened a very large distribution center in Midway. This center helps store and send out products.
Culture and Local Events
The Midway Museum is a great place to learn about the area's past. It has old documents, displays, and furniture from the Colonial period. It was the first museum in Georgia focused on colonial history.
Midway in the Media
Midway has been featured in movies and news. In 2014, an independent film called A Promise was filmed in Liberty County, where Midway is located. Also, in 1980, some scenes for an Italian horror movie, City of the Living Dead, were filmed in the Midway Cemetery.
Education in Midway
Children in Midway attend public schools run by the Liberty County School System. The schools located right in Midway are:
- Liberty Elementary School (for students in kindergarten through 5th grade)
- Midway Middle School (for students in 6th through 8th grade)
Notable People from Midway
Many interesting people have connections to Midway, Georgia. Here are a few:
- Moses Allen (died 1779), a minister.
- Benjamin Andrew (died 1790), a planter.
- Daniel Baker (died 1857), a Presbyterian minister.
- Nathan Brownson (died 1796), a doctor and important statesman.
- Lyman Hall (died 1790), a doctor and statesman.
- Abiel Holmes (died 1837), a clergyman and historian.
- Raekwon McMillan (born 1995), an American football player.
- Daniel Stewart (Brigadier General) (died 1829), a politician and brigadier general.
- John W. Wilcox Jr. (died 1942), a rear admiral in the U.S. Navy.
See also
In Spanish: Midway (Georgia) para niños
