Newbern, Tennessee facts for kids
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Newbern, Tennessee
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The Amtrack Station in Newbern, TN
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"Home of the Newbern Illinois Central Depot"
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Location of Newbern in Dyer County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Dyer |
| Incorporated | 1857-1858 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Charter |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.53 sq mi (11.74 km2) |
| • Land | 4.53 sq mi (11.74 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,349 |
| • Density | 738.64/sq mi (285.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38059
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| Area code(s) | 731 |
| FIPS code | 47-52400 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1295678 |
| Website | http://www.cityofnewbern.org/ |
Newbern is a town located in Dyer County, Tennessee. In 2010, about 3,313 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown slightly to 3,349 residents.
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History of Newbern
The first people to settle in the Newbern area arrived in the 1840s. A person named Owen Philly is known for building the first house and store in the town. Many believe he named the town after his hometown, New Bern, North Carolina.
Railroads and Cotton Trade
In 1882, the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway finished building a train line from Memphis, TN to Newbern. By 1895, the Illinois Central Railroad took over running this line and the train station (depot) in Newbern.
In 1930, a guide described Newbern as a busy place for trading cotton. The town had many cotton gins. These machines helped process a lot of cotton from Dyer County and nearby areas in northwest Tennessee.
Famous Visitor: Elvis Presley
In 1957, the famous singer Elvis Presley lived in Newbern for a short time. He worked for the state highway department. During this time, he drove a gravel truck while Tennessee State Route 77 was being built.
Major Storm in 2006
On April 2, 2006, a very strong tornado hit Newbern and the communities around it. This powerful storm caused nearly $15 million in damages to the area.
Geography and Climate
Newbern is located at 36°6′59″N 89°16′5″W / 36.11639°N 89.26806°W. The town covers an area of about 4.8 square miles (11.74 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
Newbern's Climate
The weather in Newbern has hot, humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Newbern has a humid subtropical climate. This type of climate is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps.
| Climate data for Newbern, Tennessee | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 8 (47) |
11 (51) |
16 (60) |
22 (71) |
27 (80) |
31 (88) |
33 (91) |
32 (90) |
29 (84) |
23 (74) |
16 (60) |
10 (50) |
21 (70) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | −2 (28) |
−1 (31) |
3 (38) |
9 (48) |
14 (57) |
18 (65) |
20 (68) |
19 (66) |
15 (59) |
9 (48) |
3 (38) |
−1 (30) |
9 (48) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 110 (4.5) |
100 (4) |
130 (5) |
120 (4.7) |
120 (4.6) |
100 (4) |
100 (4) |
81 (3.2) |
86 (3.4) |
81 (3.2) |
110 (4.3) |
120 (4.6) |
1,260 (49.5) |
| Source: Weatherbase | |||||||||||||
Population Changes Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 506 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,236 | 144.3% | |
| 1900 | 1,433 | 15.9% | |
| 1910 | 1,602 | 11.8% | |
| 1920 | 1,767 | 10.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,621 | −8.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,740 | 7.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,734 | −0.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,695 | −2.2% | |
| 1970 | 2,124 | 25.3% | |
| 1980 | 2,794 | 31.5% | |
| 1990 | 2,515 | −10.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,988 | 18.8% | |
| 2010 | 3,313 | 10.9% | |
| 2020 | 3,349 | 1.1% | |
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The population of Newbern has changed quite a bit over the years. In 1880, there were just over 500 people. By 1900, the population had nearly tripled to over 1,400. It continued to grow steadily through the early 1900s. After a slight dip in the mid-century, the population began to increase again, reaching over 3,300 people by 2010 and 2020.
Train Transportation and the Depot
The Newbern Depot is a special building that now holds a museum. This museum shows off old photos, tools used on the railroad, and train uniforms. You can also see train schedules and other cool items. There are even model trains and artwork that celebrate the town's history with trains.
In 2011, a truck was hit by a train near the depot. The truck landed close to the building, but luckily, no one was hurt. The depot building was not damaged either.
Every year, Newbern holds a fun event called "Depot Days." This celebration takes place around the train depot, honoring the town's railroad past.
Education in Newbern
The schools in Newbern are part of the Dyer County School District.
- Dyer County High School is a local high school.
For students looking for higher education, there is also:
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology
See also
In Spanish: Newbern (Tennessee) para niños
