Parkman, Maine facts for kids
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Parkman, Maine
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Location in Piscataquis County and the state of Maine.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Piscataquis |
| Incorporated | January 29, 1822 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 46.05 sq mi (119.27 km2) |
| • Land | 45.23 sq mi (117.15 km2) |
| • Water | 0.82 sq mi (2.12 km2) |
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 747 |
| • Density | 17/sq mi (6.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
04443
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-56765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0579055 |
Parkman is a small town in Piscataquis County, Maine, United States. In 2020, the town had a population of 747 people. It is known for its natural beauty and a history rooted in farming.
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History of Parkman, Maine
Early Beginnings and Naming the Town
Parkman was first known as Plantation Number Five, Sixth Range. A wealthy man from Boston named Samuel Parkman bought this land. In 1822, the area officially became a town. It was named Parkman in honor of its owner, Samuel Parkman.
Farming and Industry in Parkman
Samuel Parkman's son, George Parkman, inherited the town. He visited Parkman every year. Much of the town's land has very good soil for farming. In 1837, farmers grew 6,018 bushels of wheat here. By 1859, Parkman was well-known for making butter and cheese. Later, around 1886, the town also had several sawmills and a gristmill. Sawmills cut wood, and gristmills grind grain into flour.
Geography of Parkman
Location and Land Area
Parkman is located in the state of Maine. The town covers a total area of about 46.05 square miles (119.27 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 45.23 square miles (117.15 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.82 square miles (2.12 square kilometers), is water.
Waterways and Ponds
A branch of the Piscataquis River flows through Parkman, helping to drain the land. The main bodies of water in the town are Bennett Pond and Harlow Pond. These ponds add to the natural beauty of the area.
Population and People of Parkman
How Parkman's Population Has Changed
The population of Parkman has changed over many years. Here is a look at how many people have lived in the town during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 255 | — | |
| 1830 | 802 | 214.5% | |
| 1840 | 1,205 | 50.2% | |
| 1850 | 1,243 | 3.2% | |
| 1860 | 1,166 | −6.2% | |
| 1870 | 1,105 | −5.2% | |
| 1880 | 1,005 | −9.0% | |
| 1890 | 813 | −19.1% | |
| 1900 | 718 | −11.7% | |
| 1910 | 646 | −10.0% | |
| 1920 | 565 | −12.5% | |
| 1930 | 538 | −4.8% | |
| 1940 | 581 | 8.0% | |
| 1950 | 590 | 1.5% | |
| 1960 | 530 | −10.2% | |
| 1970 | 457 | −13.8% | |
| 1980 | 621 | 35.9% | |
| 1990 | 790 | 27.2% | |
| 2000 | 811 | 2.7% | |
| 2010 | 843 | 3.9% | |
| 2020 | 747 | −11.4% | |
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Parkman's Population in 2010
According to the census from 2010, there were 843 people living in Parkman. These people lived in 353 households, and 241 of these were families. The average age of people in the town was about 45.2 years old.
About 21.5% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 14.9% of the residents were 65 years old or older. The town's population was made up of slightly more males (52.2%) than females (47.8%).
Notable People from Parkman
Many interesting people have connections to Parkman. Here are a few:
- William E. Brewster – A banker, merchant, and politician.
- Chet Chadbourne – A professional baseball player.
- Charles Alton Ellis – A professor and mathematician who helped design the Golden Gate Bridge.
- Victor A. McKusick – A geneticist who created an important database about human genes.
- Vincent L. McKusick – A chief justice of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.
- Burt Shavitz – A beekeeper and photographer, known for co-founding the company Burt's Bees.
- George R. Shaw – A famous architect from Boston.
See also
In Spanish: Parkman (Maine) para niños
