Stuttgart, Arkansas facts for kids
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Stuttgart, Arkansas
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Downtown Stuttgart
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| Nickname(s):
"Rice and Duck Capital of the World"
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| Motto(s):
"A Natural Place To Call Home"
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Location of Stuttgart in Arkansas County, Arkansas.
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 Stuttgart, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Arkansas |
| County | Arkansas |
| Townships | Gum Pond, Morris |
| Founded | April 30, 1880 |
| Incorporated | April 19, 1889 |
| Founded by | Adam Bürkle |
| Named for | Stuttgart, Germany |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.41 sq mi (19.20 km2) |
| • Land | 7.41 sq mi (19.20 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 8,264 |
| • Density | 1,114.80/sq mi (430.43/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72160
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-67490 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405537 |
Stuttgart is a city in Arkansas, United States. It is the main city in the northern part of Arkansas County, Arkansas. In 2020, about 8,264 people lived there.
Stuttgart is famous as the "Rice and Duck Capital of the World." People from all over visit for waterfowl hunting. This is because it's located along the Mississippi Flyway, a major path for migrating birds. The city was founded in 1880 and got its name from Stuttgart, Germany.
The city is in a flat area called the Arkansas Grand Prairie. This region is well-known for growing rice. Stuttgart's economy mainly depends on farming, duck hunting tourism, and businesses that support these activities. It's about 45 miles southeast of Little Rock.
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History of Stuttgart
Stuttgart was started by a man named Adam Bürkle. He was a reverend from Germany. He came to the United States in 1852. After living in Ohio for a while, he began a settlement in a place called Gum Pond.
On April 30, 1880, Bürkle opened a post office there. He needed to give the village a name. So, he named it Stuttgart to honor his home country. In 1882, a railroad line opened, which helped the town grow. Stuttgart officially became a city on April 19, 1889.
Around 1904, farmers in the Stuttgart area started growing rice. This crop became very important to the region. In the 1920s, Stuttgart became one of two county seats for Arkansas County, sharing the role with DeWitt.
Geography and Nature
Stuttgart is in a part of Arkansas called "the Delta." This area is flat and has very rich, fertile soil. This soil comes from deposits left by the Mississippi River over many years.
Most of Arkansas County, where Stuttgart is, is part of the Grand Prairie. This area used to be a large grassland with prairie plants. It has a special clay layer under the soil. This layer helps keep water in the ground.
Today, most of the prairie has been replaced by farms. Rice is the main crop grown here. Farmers also grow soybeans, cotton, corn, and wheat. The rice fields are very important for waterfowl. They provide food and a place to rest for many ducks and geese. This makes Stuttgart a key spot for duck and goose hunting along the Mississippi Flyway.
The city of Stuttgart covers about 7.2 square miles (18.7 square kilometers) of land.
Weather in Stuttgart
Stuttgart has a climate with hot, humid summers. The winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
| Climate data for Stuttgart, AR | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 51 (11) |
56 (13) |
64 (18) |
74 (23) |
82 (28) |
89 (32) |
91 (33) |
91 (33) |
85 (29) |
75 (24) |
62 (17) |
53 (12) |
73 (23) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 35 (2) |
38 (3) |
45 (7) |
54 (12) |
63 (17) |
71 (22) |
73 (23) |
71 (22) |
64 (18) |
54 (12) |
44 (7) |
38 (3) |
54 (12) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.5 (89) |
3.9 (99) |
5.3 (130) |
5.1 (130) |
4.8 (120) |
3.4 (86) |
3.1 (79) |
2.7 (69) |
2.1 (53) |
3.9 (99) |
4.5 (110) |
5.1 (130) |
47.4 (1,194) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 1.8 (4.6) |
1.7 (4.3) |
0.5 (1.3) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0.2 (0.51) |
0.3 (0.76) |
4.5 (11.47) |
| Average precipitation days | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Average snowy days | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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People in Stuttgart
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 2,740 | — | |
| 1920 | 4,522 | 65.0% | |
| 1930 | 4,927 | 9.0% | |
| 1940 | 5,628 | 14.2% | |
| 1950 | 7,276 | 29.3% | |
| 1960 | 9,661 | 32.8% | |
| 1970 | 10,477 | 8.4% | |
| 1980 | 10,941 | 4.4% | |
| 1990 | 10,420 | −4.8% | |
| 2000 | 9,745 | −6.5% | |
| 2010 | 9,326 | −4.3% | |
| 2020 | 8,264 | −11.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
As of 2020, Stuttgart had 8,264 people living in the city. There were 3,607 households and 2,197 families.
Stuttgart's Economy
Stuttgart is home to several important businesses.
- Mack's Prairie Wings: This store is famous worldwide for hunting gear, especially for waterfowl.
- World Championship Duck Calling Contest: Every November, during Thanksgiving week, Stuttgart hosts this big event. People from all over the world come to show off their duck calling skills.
- Riceland Foods: This company is based in Stuttgart. It's owned by farmers and is the world's largest company that processes and sells rice.
- Producers Rice Mill: Another large farmer-owned company that processes and sells rice is also in Stuttgart.
- Lennox Industries: There is a factory in Stuttgart that makes air conditioners for Lennox.
- Stratton Seed: This company in Stuttgart sells and markets soybeans and soybean seeds.
- Layne Arkansas: This business helps farms get water by installing wells. They also set up city water systems.
- Baptist Hospital: Stuttgart has a hospital that is part of the Baptist Health Group. It serves many people in the surrounding counties. It is one of the biggest employers in the city.
- Dale Bumpers Rice Research Center: This center is near Stuttgart. Scientists here work to create new types of rice. It's a major employer in the area.
- Delta Plastics of the South: This company makes plastic tubes for watering crops. One of their factories is in Stuttgart and provides many jobs.
Education in Stuttgart
Most students in Stuttgart go to public schools run by Stuttgart Public Schools. They can attend schools all the way up to Stuttgart High School.
There are also private schools available:
- Saint John's Lutheran Elementary School
- Holy Rosary Catholic Elementary School
- Grand Prairie Christian School
For students who want to continue their education after high school, Stuttgart has a branch of Phillips County Community College. This is a two-year college that is part of the University of Arkansas System.
Arts and Fun in Stuttgart
Stuttgart has a special place called the Museum of the Arkansas Grand Prairie. Here, you can learn about the history of Stuttgart and the Grand Prairie area.
The Grand Prairie Center, located at Phillips County Community College, hosts live music and plays a few times each year.
Yearly Events
- Wings Over The Prairie Festival: This big festival happens every November during Thanksgiving week. It includes the World's Championship Duck Calling Contest, carnival rides, craft fairs, and a Queen Mallard Pageant. It celebrates duck hunting, which is a huge attraction for Stuttgart.
- German Heritage Festival: This festival celebrates the German roots of the city.
- Arts Festival: An annual arts festival is held at the Grand Prairie Center.
City Services and Transportation
Healthcare
Stuttgart has a hospital called Baptist Health Medical Center-Stuttgart. It has 49 beds and provides care for people in Stuttgart and nearby towns. It opened in 1957 and became part of the Baptist Health System in 2007.
Getting Around
Stuttgart is located where three major U.S. highways meet: US 63, US 79, and US 165. Several state highways also serve the city.
The Stuttgart Municipal Airport is about 8 miles north of the city. It's a general aviation airport, meaning it's used for private planes and smaller flights.
Famous People from Stuttgart
- Douglas A. Blackmon: A writer who won a Pulitzer Prize for his book Slavery by Another Name. He was born in Stuttgart.
- LeAnne Burch: An Arkansas politician.
- Fonda Hawthorne: A politician who served in the Arkansas House of Representatives. She was born in Stuttgart in 1956.
- Oren O'Neal: A former NFL player for the Oakland Raiders.
See also
In Spanish: Stuttgart (Arkansas) para niños
