Glenn Ayr, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Glenn Ayr, Indiana
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Vigo County's location in Indiana
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 Glenn Ayr, Indiana
Location in Vigo County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Vigo |
| Township | Lost Creek |
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47803
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 435117 |
Glenn Ayr (sometimes spelled Glenn Ayre) is a small, quiet community located in Vigo County, Indiana. It's not a big city or town, but rather an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't officially part of a city or town government. Glenn Ayr is nestled in Lost Creek Township and is considered part of the larger Terre Haute metropolitan area.
A Look Back: Glenn Ayr's History
How Glenn Ayr Started
Glenn Ayr began as a mining community. This means that many people who lived there worked in coal mines nearby. The community was even named after a company called the Glen Ayr Coal Company.
The Post Office
A post office was opened in Glenn Ayr in 1887. At first, it was simply called "Glenn." This post office helped people send and receive letters and packages. However, it didn't stay open forever. The post office closed its doors in 1902.
Where is Glenn Ayr?
Glenn Ayr is located in central Lost Creek Township. You can find it at these coordinates: 39°28′19″N 87°17′43″W / 39.47194°N 87.29528°W. This means it's at 39 degrees, 28 minutes, 19 seconds North latitude and 87 degrees, 17 minutes, 43 seconds West longitude. The community sits at an elevation of 577 feet above sea level.
