Harrison, Wisconsin facts for kids

Harrison is a name used for several places in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. When different places have the same name, it's called a disambiguation. This helps people know which specific "Harrison" is being talked about.

Understanding Places Named Harrison

Many towns, villages, and communities across the United States share names. This often happens because settlers named new places after their hometowns, famous people, or important events. In Wisconsin, the name Harrison appears in different counties, each with its own unique history and characteristics.

Harrison (Village), Wisconsin

This village is special because it is located in two different counties: Calumet County and Outagamie County. A village is a small community that has its own local government. It's bigger than a community but usually smaller than a city.

Harrison (Town), Calumet County, Wisconsin

A "town" in Wisconsin is a type of local government area, similar to a township in other states. This town is located entirely within Calumet County. Within this town, there was once a place also called Harrison, which is now a ghost town. A ghost town is a place where most or all people have left, often because a local industry, like mining or logging, ended.

Harrison, Grant County, Wisconsin

Grant County is in the southwestern part of Wisconsin. This town, like others, is a local government area that includes rural lands and sometimes smaller communities.

Harrison, Lincoln County, Wisconsin

Lincoln County is in the northern part of Wisconsin. This area also has a town named Harrison. Inside this town, there is an unincorporated community also called Harrison. An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses that doesn't have its own local government separate from the larger town or county it's in.

Harrison, Marathon County, Wisconsin

Marathon County is one of the largest counties in Wisconsin by area, located in the central part of the state. It also has a town named Harrison.

Harrison, Waupaca County, Wisconsin

Waupaca County is located in the east-central part of Wisconsin. Here, too, you can find a town named Harrison.

Why So Many Similar Names?

Having multiple places with the same name can sometimes be confusing. However, each "Harrison" in Wisconsin plays a part in the state's geography and history. These names often honor individuals or families who were important in the area's early development, or they might be named after places from where settlers originally came.