Epsom, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Epsom
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 Epsom, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Epsom, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Daviess |
| Township | Bogard |
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47568
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| Area code(s) | 812 |
| GNIS feature ID | 434222 |
Epsom is a small place in Indiana, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Epsom is located in Bogard Township, which is part of Daviess County.
A Look Back in Time
How Epsom Started
The first people settled in Epsom around the year 1815. That's over 200 years ago! They chose this spot to build their homes and create a community.
Where the Name Comes From
Epsom got its unusual name from a special well nearby. The water in this well tasted a bit like epsom salts. Epsom salts are known for their unique, slightly bitter taste. So, the community was named after this interesting local feature.
The Old Post Office
For many years, Epsom had its own post office. It opened in 1856. This post office helped people send and receive letters and packages. It stayed open for a long time, until it was closed down in 1905.
