Buckman, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Buckman, Wisconsin
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 Buckman, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Buckman, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Brown |
| Towns | Eaton, New Denmark |
| Elevation | 254 m (833 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1562338 |
Buckman is a small place in Brown County, Wisconsin, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government. Instead, it's part of larger towns nearby.
Buckman is located in two towns: Eaton and New Denmark. You can find it on County Highway P. It is about five miles (or eight kilometers) north-northeast of the village of Denmark.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live close together. However, it does not have its own city or village government. These areas are usually governed by the county or a larger town. This is different from a city or village, which has its own mayor and council.
The History of Buckman's Name
The community of Buckman got its name from a man named Fred N. Buckman. He was a banker in the nearby village of Denmark, Wisconsin. In the year 1900, Fred N. Buckman was chosen to be the first postmaster for this community. A postmaster is the person in charge of a local post office. The community was named in his honor.
Where is Buckman Located?
Buckman is in northeastern Wisconsin. It's part of Brown County. This county is also home to the city of Green Bay. The area around Buckman is mostly rural. This means there are many farms and open spaces.
Buckman is close to the Fox River and Green Bay. These are important waterways in Wisconsin. The region has a rich history. It was settled by many different groups of people.
