Mount Washington, Kentucky facts for kids
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Mount Washington, Kentucky
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Location of Mount Washington in Bullitt County, Kentucky.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Kentucky | ||
| County | Bullitt | ||
| Established | 1822 | ||
| Incorporated | 1833 | ||
| Reincorporated | 1954 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 9.46 sq mi (24.50 km2) | ||
| • Land | 9.42 sq mi (24.40 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 666 ft (203 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 18,090 | ||
| • Estimate
(2022)
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18,424 | ||
| • Density | 1,919.97/sq mi (741.33/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
40047
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| Area code(s) | 502 | ||
| FIPS code | 21-54228 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2404327 | ||
Mount Washington is a city in Bullitt County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as a home rule-class city, which means it has the power to manage its own local affairs. In 2020, about 18,090 people lived there. Mount Washington is close to Louisville and many people who live in Mount Washington travel to Louisville for work. This makes it a commuter town.
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History of Mount Washington
Mount Washington started as a place where two important stagecoach routes crossed. Because of this, it was first called The Cross Roads.
How Mount Washington Got Its Name
In 1822, the town was officially named Mount Vernon. This name honored George Washington, the first United States president, and his home in Virginia. However, another town already had a post office with that name. So, in 1833, when the town officially became a city, its name was changed to "Mount Washington". This new name also honored President Washington.
At that time, about 700 people lived in Mount Washington. The town had three churches, two schools, six stores, five doctors, and two taverns. It was a busy place with many different jobs.
Growth and Challenges
By the 1850s, Mount Washington was the main economic center of Bullitt County. During the American Civil War in 1862, Confederate soldiers were in the town. They had a small fight with Union soldiers nearby. After a defeat, the Confederate soldiers left the area.
For many years, there was a two-room school building in town. In 1916, a new school with four classrooms was built. Today, Mount Washington Middle School stands where that four-room building once was. This middle school was built in the early 1940s and was once the high school. The middle school grew a lot and was expanded in 1995. Another middle school was built in 2006 to help with the growing number of students.
Over time, the town's businesses changed. By the 1930s, Mount Washington was no longer the biggest town in the county. A big fire in 1940 also damaged many businesses. But in the late 1960s, the town started to grow again. This happened when General Electric opened a large appliance factory nearby in Louisville. The number of people living in Mount Washington grew from 2,020 in 1970 to over 9,000 by 2010. Even though the factory changed owners, Mount Washington is still a popular place for people who work in Louisville to live.
A former mayor of Mount Washington once appeared on the TV game show The Price Is Right. He won some money and even gave the host, Bob Barker, a special key to the city.
Historic Places to See
Three homes in Mount Washington are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites. One of these, the Lloyd House, is being fixed up by the Mount Washington Historical Society. It will become a museum where people can learn about the past.
- James M. Lloyd House
- Henry J. Barnes House
- Zack Stansbury House
Geography
Mount Washington is in the northeastern part of Bullitt County. The big city of Louisville is directly to the north. Downtown Louisville is about 20 miles northwest of Mount Washington. Two main roads, U.S. Route 31E and U.S. Route 150, go through the city. These roads lead south to Bardstown, which is about 19 miles away.
The city covers a total area of about 9.46 square miles (24.50 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 227 | — | |
| 1860 | 473 | — | |
| 1870 | 340 | −28.1% | |
| 1880 | 387 | 13.8% | |
| 1890 | 327 | −15.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,093 | 234.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,173 | — | |
| 1970 | 2,020 | 72.2% | |
| 1980 | 3,997 | 97.9% | |
| 1990 | 5,226 | 30.7% | |
| 2000 | 8,485 | 62.4% | |
| 2010 | 9,117 | 7.4% | |
| 2020 | 18,090 | 98.4% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 18,424 | 102.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, there were 18,485 people living in Mount Washington. The city had about 4,111 households. Most people living in Mount Washington were White (98.26%). A small number of people were African American, Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. About 0.58% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (43.8%) had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.69 people. The average age of people in Mount Washington was 32 years old.
City Services
Education
Mount Washington is part of the Bullitt County Public Schools system. The city has several schools for students of all ages. A new elementary school is currently being built.
- There are no colleges or universities in Mount Washington.*
Mount Washington also has a public library. It is a branch of the Bullitt County Public Library.
Elementary Schools
- Old Mill Elementary School
- Mount Washington Elementary School
- Pleasant Grove Elementary School
- Crossroads Elementary School
Middle Schools
- Mount Washington Middle School
- Eastside Middle School
High Schools
- Bullitt East High School
Transportation
Most people in Mount Washington get around by car. Two main roads, Kentucky Route 44 and U.S. Route 31EX, meet in the center of the city. There is also a bypass road that helps traffic flow through the eastern part of town.
Fire Protection
Several fire departments help protect the city. One of these is the Mt Washington Fire Protection District.
Notable People
- W. A. Criswell, a former leader of the Southern Baptist Convention.
- Marisha Ray, a voice actress and producer.
See also
In Spanish: Mount Washington (Kentucky) para niños
