Zelienople, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Zelienople, Pennsylvania
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Borough
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Downtown Zelienople
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| Nickname(s):
Zelie
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| Motto(s):
A Modern Place with Old Fashioned Grace
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Location of Zelienople in Butler County, Pennsylvania.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Pennsylvania | ||
| County | Butler County | ||
| Settled | 1802 | ||
| Incorporated | 1840 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 2.10 sq mi (5.44 km2) | ||
| • Land | 2.05 sq mi (5.32 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.12 km2) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 3,812 | ||
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3,603 | ||
| • Density | 1,754.99/sq mi (677.65/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
16063
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| Area code(s) | 724 | ||
| FIPS code | 42-87272 | ||
| School district | Seneca Valley school district | ||
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Pennsylvania Historical Marker
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| Designated: | October 3, 1947 | ||
Zelienople is a small town, also known as a borough, located in western Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States. It's about 28 miles (45 km) north of Pittsburgh. In 2010, about 3,812 people lived here. Zelienople is part of the larger Pittsburgh metropolitan area.
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Discovering Zelienople's Past
Zelienople got its name from Zelie, the oldest daughter of Baron Dettmar Basse. Her real name was Fredericka, but she loved her doll named Zelie so much that she chose that name for herself.
How Zelienople Began
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Baron Basse came to America in 1802 from Frankfurt am Main, Germany. He bought a huge piece of land, about 10,000 acres (40 km2), in Butler and Beaver counties. He decided to create a village there. He even built his own three-story castle, called "The Bassenheim," which sadly burned down in 1841.
Zelie was still in Germany when her father was building the town. She was planning to marry Philip Louis Passavant. Baron Basse worked hard to get everything ready for her arrival in September 1807.
Early Settlers and Leaders
Baron Basse sold about 5,000 acres (20 km2) of his land to George Rapp. Rapp was a religious leader from Bavaria who started the nearby village of Harmony. Baron Basse was known as "Dr. Muller" and was a very smart man. He went back to Germany in 1818, leaving his businesses to his son-in-law, Philipp Passavant.
Philip Passavant opened the first store in Zelienople in 1807. He ran it for 41 years before his son took over. By 1826, Zelienople had fifty houses and three churches. The town grew steadily, from 387 people in 1870 to 639 in 1890.
Growth and Modernization
In 1879, the first passenger train arrived in Zelienople. This helped the town grow a lot and made trade easier. The American Union Telegraph Company opened an office in 1880, connecting Zelienople to the wider world.
Zelienople was officially made a borough in 1840. At first, businesses mainly supported local farms because it was hard to transport goods. After the railroad was built in 1878, the town started to expand with more businesses and homes. Zelienople has had a volunteer fire department since around 1850.
In 1908, Zelienople was connected to other towns like Ellwood City and Pittsburgh by a trolley line. This line closed in 1931, and buses took over.
The Eichholtz Family's Impact
Zelienople is also known for its historic Eichholtz Building. The Eichholtz family came from Germany in the 1800s and helped build the town. They started businesses that made the town's economy stronger.
The family also took part in community projects and local government. They helped create a strong sense of community in Zelienople. The Eichholtz Building is an important landmark that shows the family's lasting impact on the town's history and culture.
Zelienople's Location
Zelienople is in the southwestern part of Butler County. It sits on the south bank of Connoquenessing Creek. This area is rich in natural resources like coal and iron ore. The town is about 935 feet (285 m) above sea level.
Getting Around Zelienople
- Main Roads: U.S. Route 19 (Perry Highway) is the main road that goes north and south through the town center.
- Interstate 79: Interstate 79 runs just east of Zelienople. You can get on it from Exits 85, 87, and 88.
- Going south on I-79 and I-279, it's about 28 miles (45 km) to downtown Pittsburgh.
- Going north on I-79, it's about 100 miles (160 km) to Erie.
- Other Routes:
- Pennsylvania Route 68 goes east from US 19 as East Grandview Avenue and southwest as West Beaver Street. It's 17 miles (27 km) east to Butler (the county seat) and 12 miles (19 km) southwest to Rochester.
- Routes 288 and 588 go west from town. PA 288 goes northwest about 10 miles (16 km) to Ellwood City, and PA 588 goes 14 miles (23 km) west to Beaver Falls.
Land and Water Area
The United States Census Bureau says that Zelienople covers a total area of 2.1 square miles (5.4 km2). About 0.04 square miles (0.1 km2), or 2.20%, of this area is water.
Zelienople's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 385 | — | |
| 1860 | 378 | −1.8% | |
| 1870 | 387 | 2.4% | |
| 1880 | 497 | 28.4% | |
| 1890 | 639 | 28.6% | |
| 1900 | 963 | 50.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,388 | 44.1% | |
| 1920 | 1,870 | 34.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,933 | 3.4% | |
| 1940 | 2,117 | 9.5% | |
| 1950 | 2,981 | 40.8% | |
| 1960 | 3,284 | 10.2% | |
| 1970 | 3,602 | 9.7% | |
| 1980 | 3,502 | −2.8% | |
| 1990 | 4,158 | 18.7% | |
| 2000 | 4,123 | −0.8% | |
| 2010 | 3,812 | −7.5% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 3,603 | −5.5% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 4,123 people living in Zelienople. These people lived in 1,956 households, and 1,054 of those were families. The population density was about 1,938.1 inhabitants per square mile (748.3/km2).
About 22.4% of households had children under 18. Many households (45.3%) were married couples. The average household had 2.07 people, and the average family had 2.87 people.
The population included people of different ages:
- 21.1% were under 18 years old.
- 23.8% were 65 years or older.
The average age in Zelienople was 41 years.
Fun Things to Do in Zelienople
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Zelienople has some exciting events and places to visit!
Annual Celebrations
- Fourth of July Parade: Every year, Zelienople celebrates the Fourth of July with a parade right through the downtown area.
- Horse Trading Days: This is one of the biggest events, happening every summer for over 40 years! It's an Arts and Music Festival that brings in people from all over.
- You can find crafters, vendors, and entertainers.
- There are concerts, games, contests, shopping, and lots of food.
- There's even a 5-mile (8 km) run/walk event.
- This festival is supported by local people, businesses, and the town's police and fire departments.
The Strand Theater
The Strand Theater is a performing arts center on Main Street. It has been restored and now hosts concerts and movies for the people of Zelienople and the surrounding areas.
See also
In Spanish: Zelienople para niños
