Fishtown, Indiana facts for kids
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Fishtown, Indiana
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Harrison County's location in Indiana
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 Fishtown, Indiana
Location in Harrison County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Harrison |
| Township | Taylor |
| Elevation | 479 ft (146 m) |
| ZIP code |
47117
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| FIPS code | 18-23395 |
| GNIS feature ID | 434532 |
Fishtown is a small, unincorporated community located in Harrison County, Indiana. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's usually managed by the county. Fishtown is specifically found within Taylor Township.
A Look at Fishtown's Past
Fishtown has a short but interesting history when it comes to its communication services.
The Fishtown Post Office
A post office was opened in Fishtown in the year 1904. This meant people living there could send and receive mail easily. However, the post office did not stay open for very long. It was closed down just three years later, in 1907.
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