Unionville, North Carolina facts for kids
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Unionville, North Carolina
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Location of Unionville, North Carolina
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| Country | United States | |
| State | North Carolina | |
| County | Union | |
| Incorporated | 1911, 1998 | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 29.40 sq mi (76.16 km2) | |
| • Land | 29.22 sq mi (75.67 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.19 sq mi (0.49 km2) | |
| Elevation | 584 ft (178 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,643 | |
| • Density | 227.37/sq mi (87.79/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| FIPS code | 37-69260 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406780 | |
| Website | http://unionvillenc.com/ | |
Unionville is a small, quiet town located in Union County, North Carolina, in the United States. In 2020, about 6,643 people lived there.
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Where is Unionville Located?
Unionville covers about 29.4 square miles (76.16 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water. The town is nestled near the Uwharrie Mountains, which are like small hills.
How Many People Live in Unionville?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 135 | — | |
| 1930 | 140 | 3.7% | |
| 1940 | 144 | 2.9% | |
| 1950 | 124 | −13.9% | |
| 1960 | 119 | −4.0% | |
| 2000 | 4,797 | — | |
| 2010 | 5,929 | 23.6% | |
| 2020 | 6,643 | 12.0% | |
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The number of people living in Unionville has changed a lot over the years. In 1920, only 135 people lived here. By 2020, the population grew to 6,643 people.
Who Lives in Unionville?
| Group | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 5,923 | 89.16% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 137 | 2.06% |
| Native American | 12 | 0.18% |
| Asian | 56 | 0.84% |
| Pacific Islander | 8 | 0.12% |
| Other/Mixed | 203 | 3.06% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 304 | 4.58% |
In 2020, there were 6,643 people living in Unionville. These people made up 2,614 households, with 2,094 of them being families.
Schools in Unionville
The Unionville area has a long history of education, starting with the Union Institute in 1886. Today, Unionville is home to several schools. These include Piedmont High School, Piedmont Middle School, and Unionville Elementary School. There are also Porter Ridge Elementary School, Porter Ridge Middle School, and Porter Ridge High School.
A Look at Unionville's Past
The town of Unionville was first officially recognized by North Carolina in 1911. Town leaders used to meet in the Union Institute building. However, that building was later destroyed by a fire. Local leaders worked hard to get the town's official status back, and they succeeded in 1998.
Union County, where Unionville is located, was created in 1842. It was formed from parts of two other counties: Anson County and Mecklenburg County. The town of Unionville was built in an area called Goose Creek. This area was right on the old border between Mecklenburg and Anson counties. That old border followed what is now Unionville Road.
The Story of Union Institute
The Union Institute was started in 1886 by Professor Oliver C. Hamilton. Its goal was to provide education for the community. In 1885, local people helped build the school by giving materials and their time. The school taught students of all ages from Union County and even from nearby South Carolina.
Professor Hamilton left the school in 1898 but came back as the main teacher in 1904. The Union Institute began as a private school. In 1910, it was given to the county's board of education. The school was a two-story building located near where the Unionville Community Center is today. In January 1917, a fire completely destroyed the building. Students who escaped the fire managed to save the school bell from the second-story porch. This original Union Institute bell has been used by every Unionville School since. Today, you can see it displayed at the main entrance of Unionville Elementary School.
Unionville Town Hall
The Unionville Town Hall is located where Unionville Road and Unionville-Indian Trail Road meet. This building was first built as a fellowship hall for the Unionville Presbyterian Church in 1915. The main church building was destroyed by fire in July 1994. After meeting in the fellowship hall for five years, the church gave the building and land to the town of Unionville for public use. The very first town meeting held in the current town hall was on February 17, 2000.
Unionville's Community Spirit
Unionville is well-known for its strong community spirit. For over 70 years, the annual Unionville Barbeque has been held at Unionville Elementary School. This event is one of the biggest fundraisers for a school in North Carolina. Other yearly community events include a July 4th parade, a Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony, and community concerts called "Concerts in the Park" at the community center.
Unionville Lion's Club
The Unionville Lion's Club started in December 1970. Since then, it has been very active in the community and helps with many town events.
Sam F. Keziah American Legion Post
Unionville is also served by the Sam F. Keziah American Legion Post, known as Post 535. This group supports veterans and the community.
See also
In Spanish: Unionville (Carolina del Norte) para niños
