Butte des Morts, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Butte des Morts, Wisconsin
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Census-designated place
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Downtown Butte des Morts
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 Butte des Morts, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Winnebago |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.24 sq mi (3.22 km2) |
| • Land | 1.22 sq mi (3.17 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 775 ft (236 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 962 |
| • Density | 786/sq mi (303.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54927
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| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-11500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1562472 |
Butte des Morts is a small community in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States. It's not a city but a special kind of area called a census-designated place. This means it's a community that the government counts for population statistics.
In 2010, about 962 people lived in Butte des Morts. The community is located right next to the large Lake Butte des Morts. It used to be on a main road called Wisconsin Highway 110. The name "Butte des Morts" comes from French and means "hill of the dead." The area uses the ZIP code 54927. A historic building, the Augustin Grignon Hotel, is also found here. Butte des Morts covers about 3.22 square kilometers (1.246 square miles), with most of it being land.
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What Does Butte des Morts Mean?
The name "Butte des Morts" has a historical background. It comes from a French phrase meaning "hill of the dead."
A Look at the Name's History
In the early 1700s, there was a conflict involving French soldiers and Menominee warriors with people from the Sauk Nation. This event led the French to name the area "Hill of the Dead." This name has been used ever since for the lake and the community.
Life in Butte des Morts
Butte des Morts is a quiet place known for its connection to the nearby lake. Many people enjoy outdoor activities here.
Historic Buildings and Landmarks
The Austin Grignon Hotel is an important landmark in Butte des Morts. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's a building with special historical value that is protected. It helps tell the story of the community's past.
Images for kids
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The local post office
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A welcome sign for the community
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The Lions Club sign
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The historic Austin Grignon Hotel
See also
In Spanish: Butte des Morts para niños
