Harmon, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Harmon, Wisconsin
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Ghost town
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 Harmon, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Washburn |
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1833847 |
Harmon was once a small community in Washburn County, Wisconsin, United States. Today, it is known as a ghost town, which means it's a place where most or all of the people have left, and the buildings might be gone or in ruins. Harmon was located in the town of Stinnett.
Harmon: A Wisconsin Ghost Town
Harmon was situated about 7.8 miles (12.6 kilometers) east-southeast of a town called Minong. It was right along what is now the Canadian National Railway, a major train line.
How Harmon Got Its Name
It is believed that Harmon was named after a well-known politician from Newtown, Thomas Harmon Jr. A politician is someone who works in government, making decisions and laws for the community or country.
Harmon on the Map
Even though Harmon is now a ghost town, it was still shown on maps made by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) as late as 1947. The USGS is a science agency that studies the Earth, including mapping its features.
