Duncan, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Duncan, Illinois
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 Duncan, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Duncan, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Stark |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 309 |
| GNIS feature ID | 407481 |
Duncan is a small place in Stark County, Illinois, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Duncan is located about 4 miles (6.4 km) north-northwest of a town called Princeville.
Discovering Duncan's Past
When Was Duncan Founded?
Duncan was first established around the year 1870. This means it's been around for over 150 years! When a community is "laid out," it means its streets and lots were planned and marked for people to build homes and businesses.
Who Was Duncan Named After?
The community of Duncan got its name from an important person named James H. Duncan. He was a United States Congressman from Massachusetts. A Congressman is a person elected by citizens to represent them in the U.S. government, helping to make laws for the country. James H. Duncan served in this role from 1849 to 1853.
