Pulaski, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Pulaski, Wisconsin
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Village
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Polka Capital of the World!
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Location of Pulaski in Brown County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| Counties | Brown, Shawano, Oconto |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.88 sq mi (7.45 km2) |
| • Land | 2.84 sq mi (7.35 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 3,539 |
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(2019)
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3,721 |
| • Density | 1,311.13/sq mi (506.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-65675 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1581840 |
Pulaski (/pəˈlæski/ pə-LASS-kee) is a small village in the state of Wisconsin, USA. It is special because it is located in three different counties: Brown, Oconto, and Shawano.
In 2010, about 3,539 people lived in Pulaski. Most of these people lived in Brown County. Pulaski is also part of the larger Green Bay area.
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History of Pulaski
The village of Pulaski got its name from a brave Polish general named Casimir Pulaski. He was a hero in the American Revolutionary War. General Pulaski helped create America's very first cavalry, which is a group of soldiers who fight on horseback.
Where is Pulaski Located?
Pulaski is located in northeastern Wisconsin. It covers an area of about 2.77 square miles (7.17 square kilometers). Most of the village is in Brown County. Only small parts of it stretch into Oconto County to the north and Shawano County to the west.
Who Lives in Pulaski?
In 2010, there were 3,539 people living in Pulaski. There were 1,418 households, which are groups of people living together. About 934 of these were families.
Most people in Pulaski are White (96%). There are also small groups of African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 1.9% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Pulaski in 2010 was 33.6 years old. About 28.8% of the people were under 18 years old.
Fun Things to Do in Pulaski
Pulaski is famous for its yearly event called "Pulaski Polka Days." This is one of the biggest festivals in the United States that celebrates Polish culture. Many polka bands from all over the country come to play music. The festival ends with a fun Polka Day parade and a traditional Polish Catholic Mass.
Famous People from Pulaski
Some notable people who have connections to Pulaski include:
- Gary Drzewiecki, a businessman.
- Harry Rozmiarek, a veterinarian.
- Larry Treankler, who started a company called Bay Tek Entertainment.
- Deedra Irwin, an athlete who competes in biathlon.
Images for kids
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Pulaski News.jpg
Pulaski News, a local newspaper.
See also
In Spanish: Pulaski (Wisconsin) para niños
