Bethesda, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bethesda, Wisconsin
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 Bethesda, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Bethesda, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Waukesha |
| Elevation | 257 m (843 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 262 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1577515 |
Bethesda is a small community in Genesee, a town located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a recognized place, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or a village. Instead, it's part of a larger town or county.
The Story Behind Bethesda
The community of Bethesda got its name from a special place called Bethesda Park. This park was a spa and tourist resort built in the late 1860s. People would visit it for relaxation and fun.
The Famous Spring
The resort was built around a natural spring. This spring was believed to have "medicinal" properties, meaning people thought its water could help them feel better or heal certain illnesses. Richard Dunbar was the person who developed this spring and built the resort around it. People would travel from far away to drink the water and enjoy the park.
