Freeman, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Freeman, Indiana
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 Freeman, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Freeman, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Owen |
| Township | Clay |
| Elevation | 610 ft (186 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47460
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 434814 |
Freeman is a small, quiet place in Owen County, Indiana. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. You can find Freeman in the middle of Clay Township. It's about nine miles south of Spencer, which is the main city in Owen County. Freeman is located about 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level.
A Look Back: Freeman's History
Freeman has a simple but interesting history. It was named after one of the first families who settled there. A long time ago, in 1866, a post office was opened in Freeman. People could send and receive mail there. However, the post office closed down in 1915.
Exploring Freeman's Geography
Freeman is surrounded by natural features.
- Raccoon Creek: A stream called Raccoon Creek flows right through this community.
- Nearby Cemeteries: There are a couple of old cemeteries close to Freeman.
- Brown Cemetery: This cemetery is about two miles south of Freeman. You can find it on State Ferry Road.
- Livingston Cemetery: About a mile northeast of Freeman is Livingston Cemetery. It's located on County Road 225 East, also known as Bittersweet Road.
Schools in the Area
Students living in Freeman attend schools that are part of the Spencer-Owen Community Schools district. This district includes Owen Valley Community High School, where older students go for their high school education.
