Port Hope, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Port Hope, Michigan
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Village
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Looking south along M-25 (Main Street)
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Location within Huron County
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 Port Hope, Michigan
Location in Michigan
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Huron |
| Township | Rubicon |
| Established | 1887 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Village council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.01 sq mi (2.62 km2) |
| • Land | 1.01 sq mi (2.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 293 |
| • Density | 289.81/sq mi (111.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48468
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| Area code(s) | 989 |
| FIPS code | 26-65800 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0635265 |
Port Hope is a small village located in Huron County, Michigan, in the United States. It's part of Rubicon Township. In 2020, about 293 people lived there.
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Geography of Port Hope
Port Hope is a small village. According to the United States Census Bureau, the village covers about 1.01 square miles (2.62 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the village limits.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 398 | — | |
| 1900 | 319 | −19.8% | |
| 1910 | 344 | 7.8% | |
| 1920 | 353 | 2.6% | |
| 1930 | 298 | −15.6% | |
| 1940 | 313 | 5.0% | |
| 1950 | 353 | 12.8% | |
| 1960 | 349 | −1.1% | |
| 1970 | 377 | 8.0% | |
| 1980 | 369 | −2.1% | |
| 1990 | 313 | −15.2% | |
| 2000 | 310 | −1.0% | |
| 2010 | 267 | −13.9% | |
| 2020 | 293 | 9.7% | |
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How Many People Live Here?
In 2010, there were 267 people living in Port Hope. There were 133 households and 80 families. The village had about 264 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Port Hope were White (93.3%). Some were Native American (1.9%) or from two or more races (4.9%). About 2.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the village was about 55 years old. Many residents were 65 years or older (34.5%). The population was almost evenly split between males (49.8%) and females (50.2%).
Education in Port Hope
The sports teams at Port Hope High School were called the Bluestars. However, the local school board decided in 2014 to close Port Hope Schools. This school had been open since 1925.
Since the spring of 2015, students in grades 6-12 from Port Hope now go to school in Kinde. They attend North Huron Schools.
History of Port Hope
Early Beginnings
The first piece of land in what is now Port Hope was bought in 1851. This was done by William Stafford and Reuben Dimond. Later, Stafford and William Southard bought more land. This land was originally set aside for soldiers who fought in the War of 1812.
Southard traveled to the area by boat. A storm was coming, so he had to row to shore in a small boat. He promised that if he made it safely, he would name the place "Port Hope."
Lumber and Fires
William Stafford and others started a lumber business in the area. By 1858, his company had built a dock and sawmills were running. You can still see the chimney from one of these mills today. It is the last standing chimney in Michigan from the lumbering era.
Port Hope survived a big fire in 1871 and continued lumbering. But after a second fire in 1881, most of the trees were gone. So, the village changed its focus to farming. Stafford built a flour mill, a grain elevator, and a new dock to support the farmers.
Becoming a Village
Port Hope officially became a village in 1887. The railroad arrived in 1903, which helped the village grow. Today, visitors can take a walking tour to see some of the 11 historic sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Fun and Recreation
Stafford County Park is a great place for fun activities. Throughout the summer, it hosts softball tournaments and other events. This park is 38 acres big and has many conveniences for campers.
The park is also a national historic site. The old Sawmill chimney, built in 1858, stands near the waterfront. There's also a large enclosed pavilion. The park has 73 campsites and six camper cabins. You can find modern camping spots, tent sites, and group camping areas.
The park offers electricity, running water, flush toilets, and showers. There's also a boat launch, picnic areas, shelters, and a playground. You can go swimming and fishing here too. Stafford County Park is open from May 1st to October 15th each year.
See also
- In Spanish: Port Hope para niños
