New Concord, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
New Concord, Ohio
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Location of New Concord, Ohio
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Location of New Concord in Muskingum County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Muskingum |
| Townships | Highland, Union |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.81 sq mi (4.68 km2) |
| • Land | 1.81 sq mi (4.68 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
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| • Total | 2,361 |
| • Density | 1,305.86/sq mi (504.16/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43762
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| FIPS code | 39-54446 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399460 |
New Concord is a small town, called a village, in Muskingum County, Ohio. In 2020, about 2,361 people lived there. It's part of the wider Zanesville area. New Concord is special because it's home to Muskingum University. It also has a branch of the local library system.
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The Story of New Concord
New Concord started in 1828. This was when the National Road reached the area. A post office opened in 1832.
Just nine years later, in 1837, Muskingum University was founded. Its first students graduated in 1839.
The old U.S. Route 40 was important for trade. New Concord became a popular stop for travelers. Later, in the 1960s and 1970s, Interstate 70 was built. This new highway went around the village.
Where is New Concord Located?
New Concord is in Ohio. It covers an area of about 1.81 square miles (4.68 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
The village is right on U.S. Route 40. This is the historic National Road. It's also very close to Interstate 70, which runs parallel to Route 40.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 337 | — | |
| 1860 | 474 | 40.7% | |
| 1870 | 488 | 3.0% | |
| 1880 | 514 | 5.3% | |
| 1890 | 719 | 39.9% | |
| 1900 | 675 | −6.1% | |
| 1910 | 683 | 1.2% | |
| 1920 | 889 | 30.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,087 | 22.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,067 | −1.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,797 | 68.4% | |
| 1960 | 2,127 | 18.4% | |
| 1970 | 2,318 | 9.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,860 | −19.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,086 | 12.2% | |
| 2000 | 2,651 | 27.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,491 | −6.0% | |
| 2020 | 2,361 | −5.2% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, about 2,491 people lived in New Concord. Most residents were White (96.1%). The average age of people in the village was 22.5 years old. This is because many students live here.
Culture and Music in New Concord
Music is a big part of New Concord's culture. The Southeastern Ohio Symphony Orchestra performs at Muskingum University. They play concerts in Brown Chapel.
John Glenn High School also has many musical groups. These include a strolling strings group called String Sounds. There is also a traveling choir and a steel drum band.
Famous People from New Concord
- John Glenn: He was a U.S. Senator from Ohio. He was also the first American to orbit the Earth.
- William Rainey Harper: He started the University of Chicago and was its first president.
- David W. Stewart: He was a U.S. Senator from Iowa.
Interesting Places to Visit
- Muskingum University: A well-known college in the village.
- John & Annie Glenn Museum: Learn about the life of astronaut John Glenn.
- "S" Bridge II: A unique old bridge.
Images for kids
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"S" Bridge II, a historic landmark.
See also
In Spanish: New Concord (Ohio) para niños
