Brothertown (community), Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Brothertown, Wisconsin
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Looking north in downtown Brothertown
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 Brothertown (community), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Brothertown (community), Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Calumet |
| Town | Brothertown |
| Elevation | 250 m (810 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1562251 |
Brothertown is a small place in Wisconsin, United States, that isn't officially a city or town. It's part of a larger area also called Brothertown in Calumet County, Wisconsin.
The Story of Brothertown
Brothertown has a long and interesting history. It was first settled by a group of Native Americans called the Brothertown Indians. They named their home Eeyamquittoowauconnuck.
Later, to protect their community and stay in their homes, the Brothertown Indians made a special agreement. This agreement changed their official status with the government. Over time, many German immigrants also came to live in this area.
Images for kids
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Looking west in Brothertown
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Brothertown sign on U.S. Route 151
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Brothertown in late summer
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