Burnett, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Burnett, Indiana
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Vigo County's location in Indiana
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 Burnett, Indiana
Location in Vigo County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Vigo |
| Township | Otter Creek |
| Founded by | Stephen Grover and Hanna Creal Burnett |
| Named for | Same |
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47805
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-9298 |
| GNIS feature ID | 431848 |
Burnett is a small place in Indiana, United States. It's not a city or town with its own government, but it's a community located in Vigo County. Burnett is part of the larger Terre Haute area.
History of Burnett
Burnett was started by Stephen Grover Burnett and his wife, Hanna Creal Burnett, around 1835. By 1890, the community was growing. It had its own post office where people could send and receive mail. There was also a doctor, Dr. Seth B. Melton, who helped people stay healthy.
The post office in Burnett first opened in 1870. It served the community for many years. However, it closed down in 1934.
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Dr. Seth B. Melton around 1908
Where is Burnett Located?
Burnett is located in Indiana. You can find it at these coordinates: 39°32′34″N 87°17′44″W / 39.54278°N 87.29556°W. This means it's at 39 degrees, 32 minutes, 34 seconds North latitude and 87 degrees, 17 minutes, 44 seconds West longitude.
