Tyngsborough, Massachusetts facts for kids
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Tyngsborough, Massachusetts
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Location in Middlesex County in Massachusetts
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Massachusetts | |
| County | Middlesex | |
| Settled | 1661 | |
| Incorporated | 1809 | |
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| • Type | Open town meeting | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 18.1 sq mi (46.7 km2) | |
| • Land | 16.9 sq mi (43.7 km2) | |
| • Water | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km2) | |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 12,380 | |
| • Density | 684.0/sq mi (265.1/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern) | |
| ZIP code |
01879
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| Area code(s) | 351 / 978 | |
| FIPS code | 25-71025 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0618240 | |
| Website | http://www.tyngsboroughma.gov/ | |
Tyngsborough (sometimes called Tyngsboro) is a town in Massachusetts, located in Middlesex County. It's about 28 miles (45 km) from Boston and right on the border with New Hampshire. In 2020, about 12,380 people lived here. Tyngsborough is a 'suburb' for bigger cities like Nashua, New Hampshire and Lowell, Massachusetts.
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History of Tyngsborough
Tyngsborough was first settled in 1661. It was part of a much larger area called "Dunstable Township." The town of Dunstable was officially formed in 1673. It was named after the hometown of a pioneer named Edward Tyng.
The town of Tyngsborough gets its name from Colonel Jonathan Tyng. He was a relative of Edward Tyng. Colonel Tyng settled near the Merrimack River in 1675. His home, the Tyng Mansion House, was one of the oldest houses north of Boston. Sadly, it was destroyed by fire in the 1970s.
Early residents of Tyngsborough had many small fights with local Native American tribes. Some old colonial homes in town still have secret passages. These were used for safety during these attacks.
In 1789, Tyngsborough's church area separated from Dunstable. This made Tyngsborough a recognized district. On February 23, 1809, Tyngsborough officially became a town.
Tyngsborough's Growth and Changes
After Tyngsborough became a town, it was known for a few things. Ferries traveled up and down the Merrimack River. There were also quarries that produced granite stone. Several companies that made boxes started in town too.
As time went on, Tyngsborough became a popular place for vacations. Many people would come to stay for the summer. This was true even until the late 1960s. A famous actress named Nance O'Neil used to spend her summers here. Her old estate is now the campus for the Academy of Notre Dame.
Today, Tyngsborough is mostly a "bedroom community." This means many people who live here travel to work in nearby cities. These cities include Lowell, Nashua, New Hampshire, and even Boston.
The town is also famous for the Tyngsborough Bridge. This bridge is green and made of steel. It has a single arch and crosses the Merrimack River. It was built in 1931 to replace an older wooden bridge. Many people from Massachusetts and New Hampshire use this bridge every day.
| Historical population | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1850 | 799 | — |
| 1860 | 626 | −21.7% |
| 1870 | 629 | +0.5% |
| 1880 | 631 | +0.3% |
| 1890 | 662 | +4.9% |
| 1930 | 1,358 | +105.1% |
| 1940 | 1,634 | +20.3% |
| 1950 | 2,059 | +26.0% |
| 1960 | 3,302 | +60.4% |
| 1970 | 4,204 | +27.3% |
| 1980 | 5,683 | +35.2% |
| 1990 | 8,642 | +52.1% |
| 2000 | 11,081 | +28.2% |
| 2010 | 11,292 | +1.9% |
| 2020 | 12,380 | +9.6% |
| 2023 | 12,475 | +0.8% |
| Source: US Census data. | ||
Geography of Tyngsborough
Tyngsborough covers about 18.0 square miles (46.7 km2). Most of this area is land, about 16.9 square miles (43.7 km2). The rest, about 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), is water.
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The town has many lakes and ponds. The Merrimack River also flows through the middle of Tyngsborough. The land here has rolling hills, small open fields, and lots of woods. There are also some marshlands, but not as many as in other nearby towns.
Getting Around Tyngsborough
The LRTA bus route 10 helps people get around. It connects the eastern part of Tyngsborough to Dracut. It also goes to the Lowell train station. From there, you can take the MBTA Commuter Rail on the Lowell Line.
Schools in Tyngsborough
Tyngsborough has its own public school district. It has three schools for about 2,300 students.
- Tyngsborough Elementary School (for students in Pre-K through 5th grade)
- Tyngsborough Middle School (for students in 6th through 8th grade)
- Tyngsborough High School (for students in 9th through 12th grade)
Tyngsborough is also home to Greater Lowell Technical High School. This is a public school that teaches job skills. It serves students from Tyngsborough, Dracut, Dunstable, and the city of Lowell.
There is one private school in Tyngsborough. It is called the Academy of Notre Dame.
The town also has a public charter school, Innovation Academy Charter School. It serves over 800 students from 5th to 12th grade. Innovation Academy moved to Tyngsborough in 2008. Before that, it was in nearby Chelmsford.
There are no colleges or universities right in Tyngsborough. However, Boston University used to have a training center here. It has since moved to Chelmsford.
The Winslow School is an old school building. It opened in 1895 and closed in the early 2000s. The school was named after Sarah Winslow. She left money to Harvard College that still helps Tyngsborough today. The building was two stories tall. It had tennis courts and playing fields behind it. As of 2014, the old school building was empty.
People of Tyngsborough
In 2000, there were 11,081 people living in Tyngsborough. Most people (95.63%) were White. About 2.48% were Asian, and 0.50% were African American. About 1.11% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (44.6%) had children under 18 living with them. Most families (67.5%) were married couples. The average household had about 2.97 people. The average family had about 3.37 people.
The median age in town was 35 years old. About 30.3% of the people were under 18. About 6.6% were 65 or older.
The median income for a household in Tyngsborough was $102,818. For a family, it was $114,680. This means half of the households earned more than this, and half earned less. About 4.7% of all people in Tyngsborough lived below the poverty line.
Places to Visit in Tyngsborough
- Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest
- Old Town Hall
- Vesper Country Club
- Tyngsborough Bridge
Famous People from Tyngsborough
- Raymond Boucher, an attorney
- Laura Gerraughty, an American shot put athlete
- Seán Sammon, a priest
- Esther Wilkins, a dentist and author of a famous dental hygiene book
See also
In Spanish: Tyngsborough para niños
