Tishomingo, Mississippi facts for kids
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Tishomingo, Mississippi
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| Town of Tishomingo | ||
Main Street (MS 25) in Tishomingo
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Location of Tishomingo, Mississippi
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 Tishomingo, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Mississippi |
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| County | Tishomingo | |
| Named for | Tishomingo | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 0.85 sq mi (2.21 km2) | |
| • Land | 0.85 sq mi (2.21 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 370 | |
| • Density | 433.76/sq mi (167.49/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
38873
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| Area code(s) | 662 | |
| FIPS code | 28-73720 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406739 | |
Tishomingo is a small town in Tishomingo County, Mississippi, United States. In 2020, about 370 people lived there.
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History of Tishomingo
The town of Tishomingo is named after a very important Chickasaw leader called Tishomingo. He signed a special agreement, the Treaty of Pontotoc, in 1832.
Tishomingo was a brave warrior. He fought alongside Major-General Anthony Wayne against the Shawnee people in an area known as the Northwest Territory. This area is now part of the Midwest United States. For his service, President George Washington gave him a silver medal.
During the War of 1812, Tishomingo also served under General Andrew Jackson. After his military service, he became a farmer. However, white settlers began to move onto his land. In 1837, another treaty forced the Chickasaw people to move far away to what was called the Indian Territory. This area is now part of Oklahoma.
Sadly, Tishomingo died from smallpox during this difficult journey, which is known as the Trail of Tears. He is buried somewhere near Little Rock, Arkansas. His son, Iuka, is the reason the nearby town of Iuka is named.
The town of Tishomingo grew when the Illinois Central Railroad was built. Long ago, Andrew Jackson himself even camped at the spot where Tishomingo now stands, while on his way to visit the Creek nation.
Historic Places Nearby
There are four important historical sites close to Tishomingo that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Bear Creek Mound and Village Site, and Tishomingo State Park. These places are protected because they are important to history.
Geography of Tishomingo
Tishomingo is a small town, covering about 0.85 square miles (2.21 square kilometers) of land. It's located along Mississippi Highway 25. This highway runs north to Iuka, which is about 13 miles (21 km) away, and south to Belmont, about 9 miles (14 km) away.
The border between Mississippi and Alabama is just a few miles to the east. To the southeast, you'll find the beautiful Tishomingo State Park. To the west is Bay Springs Lake, which is part of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway.
Nearby Communities
Local Waterways
- King Creek is a stream that flows near the town.
Population of Tishomingo
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 212 | — | |
| 1920 | 273 | 28.8% | |
| 1930 | 402 | 47.3% | |
| 1940 | 423 | 5.2% | |
| 1950 | 335 | −20.8% | |
| 1960 | 415 | 23.9% | |
| 1970 | 410 | −1.2% | |
| 1980 | 387 | −5.6% | |
| 1990 | 332 | −14.2% | |
| 2000 | 316 | −4.8% | |
| 2010 | 339 | 7.3% | |
| 2020 | 370 | 9.1% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 316 people living in Tishomingo. Most of the people were White (97.15%), with a smaller number of African American (1.90%) and other races. About 1.27% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
There were 144 households in the town. About 28.5% of these households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.19 people. The average age of people in Tishomingo was 40 years old.
Education in Tishomingo
Public Schools
The schools in Tishomingo are part of the Tishomingo County School District.
- Tishomingo Elementary School: This school teaches students from kindergarten through 8th grade. It has about 350 students.
- Tishomingo County Alternative School
Libraries
- Margaret McRae Memorial Library: This is a local library branch that belongs to the Northeast Regional Library System.
Fun Things to Do
- Tishomingo State Park: This park covers about 1,530 acres (6.19 square kilometers). It has unique rocks and land features that you won't find anywhere else in Mississippi. It's located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.
- Bear Creek: This is a beautiful stream that flows through Tishomingo State Park. It's a popular spot for canoeing and fishing.
Famous People from Tishomingo
- Quinton Claunch: A talented songwriter and music producer.
- Dolan Nichols: A baseball player who played for the Chicago Cubs.
See also
In Spanish: Tishomingo (Misisipi) para niños
