Parkin, Arkansas facts for kids
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Parkin, Arkansas
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    Clockwise from top: Pottery at Parkin Archeological State Park, Streetside in Parkin, Welcome Sign entering Parkin, Indian Mound at Parkin Archeological State Park
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Location of Parkin in Cross County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Cross |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.59 sq mi (6.70 km2) |
| • Land | 2.56 sq mi (6.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 794 |
| • Density | 310.40/sq mi (119.87/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72373
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-53600 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2404481 |
Parkin is a small city in Cross County, Arkansas, United States. It is located along the St. Francis River. In 2020, about 794 people lived there. The city's population has become smaller over the years.
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Geography of Parkin, Arkansas
Parkin is found in the eastern part of Cross County. It sits on the east side of the St. Francis River. The Tyronza River also joins the St. Francis River nearby.
U.S. Route 64 goes through Parkin. This road leads east to Earle (about 5 miles away). It goes west to Wynne, which is the main town of Cross County, about 14 miles away.
The city covers a total area of about 2.59 square miles (6.7 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land.
Parkin's Population Over Time
Parkin has seen its population change over many years. Here is how many people have lived in Parkin during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 1,378 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,676 | 21.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,412 | −15.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,414 | 0.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,489 | 5.3% | |
| 1970 | 1,731 | 16.3% | |
| 1980 | 2,035 | 17.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,847 | −9.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,602 | −13.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,105 | −31.0% | |
| 2020 | 794 | −28.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
As of the 2020 United States Census, there were 794 people living in Parkin. These people lived in 312 households.
Parkin Archeological State Park
One of the most interesting places in Parkin is the Parkin Archeological State Park. This park is also known as Parkin Indian Mound. It is an important archaeological site. This means it's a place where scientists study old human history by digging up artifacts. The park is located in the northern part of Parkin.
Churches in Parkin
There are several churches in Parkin. They include:
- First United Methodist Church - This church is known for its chimes that play hymns throughout the day.
- First Baptist Church
- Gladden Baptist Church
Traffic Rules in Parkin
Parkin has specific rules for vehicles traveling on Route 64. Police officers in Parkin make sure drivers follow these rules. Sometimes, drivers might get a ticket for not paying enough attention while driving. This is based on Parkin's City Ordinance 269.
Education in Parkin
Students in Parkin attend schools that are part of the Wynne School District. This district includes Wynne High School.
The school district that used to serve Parkin, called the Parkin School District, joined with the Wynne district on September 7, 2005.
Famous People from Parkin
Many notable people have come from Parkin, Arkansas. These include:
- Dave Burnette, a former player in the NFL (National Football League)
- Christopher Grace, who founded ShowKard.com
- Bette Greene, a well-known author
- Dave Hanner, an NFL defensive tackle and assistant coach
- Isaiah Harris, a baseball pitcher in the Negro league
- Harry Kelley, a Major League Baseball player
- Lee Shot Williams, a famous Blues singer
- Howlin' Wolf, a well-known Chicago blues singer, guitarist, and harmonica player
Gallery
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Water plant
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Water tower
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Downtown area
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Post office building
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Former city hall building
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Northern Ohio School
See also
In Spanish: Parkin (Arkansas) para niños
