Briggsville, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Briggsville, Wisconsin
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Looking at Briggsville on Highway 23
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 Briggsville, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Briggsville, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Marquette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.99 km2 (1.928 sq mi) |
| • Land | 4.09 km2 (1.579 sq mi) |
| • Water | 0.90 km2 (0.349 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 246 m (807 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 316 |
| • Density | 63.3/km2 (163.9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1562201 |
Briggsville is a small community located in the southwest corner of Marquette County, Wisconsin. It is known as a Census-designated place, which means it's a special area identified by the government for counting people. Briggsville sits right on Wisconsin Highway 23 in an area called Douglas. If you ever send mail there, the ZIP code is 53920.
Exploring Briggsville
Briggsville is a neat place with some interesting natural features and special spots. It is located on the eastern side of Mason Lake. This lake is a popular spot for outdoor activities like fishing and boating.
Special Places to See
A little over a mile to the east of Briggsville, you can find the Bonnie Oaks Historic District. This area is important because it has buildings and places that show what life was like in the past. Briggsville is also home to The National Shrine of Saint Philomena. A shrine is a special place of worship or remembrance, often dedicated to a religious figure.
Famous People from Briggsville
Even though Briggsville is a small community, some notable people have connections to it. These individuals have made contributions in different fields.
- Arthur S. Champeny: He was an officer in the United States Army.
- Frank J. Kimball: He served as a legislator, which means he helped make laws for the state.
- Margery Latimer: She was a talented writer.
- William Murphy: He also served as a legislator for Wisconsin.
