Powderly, Kentucky facts for kids
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Powderly, Kentucky
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Powderly
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Location in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Muhlenberg |
| Incorporated | 1963 |
| Named for | a labor organizer |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.60 sq mi (4.15 km2) |
| • Land | 1.56 sq mi (4.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 788 |
| • Density | 504.16/sq mi (194.69/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
42367
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| Area code(s) | 270 |
| FIPS code | 21-62652 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0501233 |
Powderly is a small city located in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, in the United States. It's a place where about 788 people lived as of the 2020 census.
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A Look Back in Time
Powderly started as a town because of a coal mine that opened in 1887. The company that owned the mine was called Cooperative Coal Company.
The community got its name from Terence Powderly. He was an important leader who worked to improve conditions for workers. The town's post office was set up the year after the mine opened.
Where is Powderly?
Powderly is located in the middle part of Muhlenberg County. You can find it along U.S. Route 62. This road connects Powderly to Central City to the northeast and Greenville to the southwest.
There's also Kentucky Route 189, which helps traffic go around Powderly. The city covers about 1.60 square miles (4.15 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. The water in the city flows into Caney Creek and Little Cypress Creek, which are both part of the larger Green River.
People of Powderly
In 2020, the city of Powderly had a population of 788 people. Back in 2000, there were 846 people living here.
Most of the people living in Powderly are White. A smaller number are African American or Native American. Some people are also from two or more racial backgrounds.
Fun Places to Visit
Powderly has some interesting spots to check out!
Muhlenberg County Agriculture and Convention Center
This center is a busy place where many exciting events happen. You might see:
- Horse shows
- Rodeos
- Tractor pulls
- Cattle auctions
- Go-kart races
It's also where Muhlenberg County holds its yearly Relay for Life event, which helps raise money for a good cause.
Paradise Park
Paradise Park is located close to the Convention Center. It's known for its weekly "Pickin' in the Park" events. These musical gatherings happen from June through September.
Several old and interesting buildings have been moved to or built in Paradise Park. These include:
- Coal Mines Shotgun House: A type of house often found in coal mining towns.
- Merle Travis Birthplace: The house where famous musician Merle Travis was born was moved here and fixed up.
- Paradise Park Museum: This museum looks like a coal mining town from the 1920s.
- Springridge School: This was a two-room schoolhouse built in 1935, and it was moved to the park.
Famous People from Powderly
- James Best: He was an American actor. He is best known for playing Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane in the TV show The Dukes of Hazzard.
See also
In Spanish: Powderly (Kentucky) para niños
