Fayette (community), Wisconsin facts for kids
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Fayette, Wisconsin
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 Fayette (community), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Fayette (community), Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Lafayette |
| Town | Fayette |
| Elevation | 320 m (1,040 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1564892 |
Fayette is a small, unincorporated community located in the town of Fayette, within Lafayette County, in the state of Wisconsin, United States. An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or a village. Instead, it's usually governed by the larger county or town it's part of.
Discovering Fayette's History
Fayette got its name from Lafayette County, which is the larger area it belongs to. This community has a long history, especially with its postal services.
Early Days of the Post Office
The first post office in Fayette was set up a long time ago, in August 1849. This was an important step for the community, as it made it easier for people to send and receive letters and packages.
The First Postmaster
The very first person in charge of the Fayette post office was a man named Martin W. Anderson. He played a key role in connecting the community with the rest of the world through mail.
