Harrison (community), Lincoln County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Harrison, Wisconsin
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 Harrison (community), Lincoln County, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Harrison (community), Lincoln County, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Lincoln |
| Town | Harrison |
| Elevation | 487 m (1,598 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1566089 |
Harrison is a small place in Wisconsin, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government. Harrison is located within the larger area known as the town of Harrison in Lincoln County.
History of Harrison, Wisconsin
The community of Harrison got its start a long time ago. A post office was first opened here in 1888. This was a big deal because it meant people could send and receive mail easily.
How Harrison Got Its Name
Harrison was named after Benjamin Harrison. He was a very important person in American history. In 1888, he won the presidential election. After winning, he became the 23rd president of the United States. The community was named in his honor that same year.
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