Sebago, Maine facts for kids
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Sebago, Maine
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Sebago Community Church
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Location in Cumberland County and the state of Maine.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Cumberland |
| Incorporated | 1826 |
| Villages | East Sebago Hillside Long Beach North Sebago Sebago Center West Sebago |
| Area | |
| • Total | 48.93 sq mi (126.73 km2) |
| • Land | 32.76 sq mi (84.85 km2) |
| • Water | 16.17 sq mi (41.88 km2) |
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,911 |
| • Density | 58/sq mi (22.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
04029
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-66775 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0582717 |
Sebago is a town located in Cumberland County, Maine, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,911 people lived there. It is part of the larger Portland area.
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Sebago's History
Sebago was first called Flintstown. It was given to soldiers from Captain John Flint's company in 1774. This was a reward for their service. The land grant replaced an older one from 1735. That first grant was for an area now known as Walpole, New Hampshire. But the border between Massachusetts and New Hampshire changed, making the old grant invalid.
On June 23, 1802, Flintstown became the town of Baldwin. Later, on February 10, 1826, Sebago separated from Baldwin. It became its own town and was named after Sebago Lake. Over time, some land was added from Denmark in 1830. Then, in 1834, some land was used to help create the town of Naples.
The first European settlers were Lumberjacks and woodsmen. They left after cutting down the first large pine trees. In 1790, Joseph Lakin from Groton, Massachusetts, built a cabin. He then brought his family to live there. The land in Sebago is very uneven and rocky. It was hard work to clear land for farming. However, the soil was good and grew many crops.
Mills were built where there was water power. These mills made things like lumber, wooden boxes (shooks), and boots and shoes. In 1832, the Cumberland and Oxford Canal opened. This helped increase trade between Sebago Lake and Portland.
By the early 1870s, the Portland and Ogdensburg Railroad brought visitors and goods to Sebago Lake Station. From there, steamboats took people to different spots around the lake. Many Inns, hotels, and summer camps opened. Sebago became a popular place for vacations. It is still a recreation area today.
In 1906, a youth group called the Order of Sir Galahad started Camp O-AT-KA in East Sebago. This was an Episcopal organization for young people.
Geography of Sebago
Sebago covers about 48.93 square miles (126.73 square kilometers). About 32.76 square miles (84.85 square kilometers) is land. The rest, about 16.17 square miles (41.88 square kilometers), is water. The town is located next to Sebago Lake. The Northwest River and Mill Brook flow through Sebago.
Douglas Mountain is the highest point in Sebago. It is also the highest point in southwestern Maine. It stands about 1,416 feet (432 meters) above sea level.
State routes 11, 107, and 114 cross through the town. Sebago shares its borders with several other towns. To the north is Bridgton. To the northeast is Naples. To the south are Baldwin and Standish. To the west are Denmark and Hiram.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 586 | — | |
| 1840 | 707 | 20.6% | |
| 1850 | 850 | 20.2% | |
| 1860 | 958 | 12.7% | |
| 1870 | 803 | −16.2% | |
| 1880 | 808 | 0.6% | |
| 1890 | 681 | −15.7% | |
| 1900 | 576 | −15.4% | |
| 1910 | 536 | −6.9% | |
| 1920 | 541 | 0.9% | |
| 1930 | 470 | −13.1% | |
| 1940 | 518 | 10.2% | |
| 1950 | 577 | 11.4% | |
| 1960 | 546 | −5.4% | |
| 1970 | 708 | 29.7% | |
| 1980 | 974 | 37.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,259 | 29.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,433 | 13.8% | |
| 2010 | 1,719 | 20.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,911 | 11.2% | |
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In 2010, there were 1,719 people living in Sebago. There were 724 households and 484 families. The town had about 52.5 people per square mile (20.3 people per square kilometer). Most people living in Sebago were White (97.1%).
About 26.1% of households had children under 18. Many households (54.1%) were married couples. The average household had 2.37 people. The average family had 2.80 people.
The average age in Sebago was 44.7 years old. About 20.2% of residents were under 18. About 15.8% were 65 or older. The town had slightly more males (51.2%) than females (48.8%).
Places to Visit
- Douglas Mountain
- Sebago Historical Society & Museum
Famous People from Sebago
- George Herbert Babb: He was a state legislator, which means he helped make laws for the state.
- Vinal G. Good: He was also a state legislator and worked as an insurance agent.
See also
In Spanish: Sebago (Maine) para niños
