Harrison (village), Wisconsin facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Harrison, Wisconsin
Village
Village hall
Location of Harrison in Calumet County, Wisconsin.
Country	United States
State	Wisconsin
Counties	Calumet, Outagamie
Area
• Total	31.94 sq mi (82.73 km2)
• Land	31.87 sq mi (82.55 km2)
• Water	0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2)
Elevation	804 ft (245 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	12,418
• Density	388.79/sq mi (150.103/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s)	920
FIPS code	55-32790
GNIS feature ID	2746307
Website	Village of Harrison

Harrison is a village in Wisconsin, USA. It is located in two different counties: Calumet and Outagamie. This village is part of the larger Appleton, Wisconsin area.

Harrison was officially created on March 8, 2013. It was formed from parts of what used to be the Town of Harrison and a small piece of the Town of Buchanan. The village is located near the cities of Appleton and Menasha. In 2020, about 12,418 people lived in Harrison.

A Look Back at Harrison's History

Harrison has an interesting past. It started as the Town of Lima way back in 1853. Then, in 1858, its name changed to the Town of Harrison. Since then, Harrison has grown into a busy community. It is known for its history and beautiful natural areas.

The very first town meeting happened on a place called the "Pratt farm." This was the beginning of Harrison's development. In 2013, people living in the Town of Harrison voted to make it a village. This change was made official on March 8, 2013. After becoming a village, Harrison and the remaining Town of Harrison agreed on their borders. This helped bring the community together. Some residents were not happy about the change. They felt Harrison was becoming more like a suburb and less like a quiet rural area.

The Harrison Athletic Association (HAA) is an important group here. It offers fun activities and sports leagues for the community. This helps people connect and stay active.

Geography and Weather

Harrison is located right along the northeastern shore of Lake Winnebago. This means residents get amazing views and can easily visit one of Wisconsin's biggest lakes. The village's land includes rolling hills, rich farmland, and open rural spaces.

The weather in Harrison is called "humid continental." This means it has four clear seasons. Summers are warm, and winters are cold with snow. Spring and fall are mild. This kind of weather is great for outdoor activities all year long.

How Harrison Makes Money

Farming is still a very important part of Harrison's economy. Many people earn money from dairy farms, growing crops, and raising animals. These farms are mostly found in the eastern and southern parts of the village.

Harrison also benefits from being close to bigger cities. This creates more job opportunities in different types of businesses.

North Shore Golf Club is a private golf course in Harrison. It sits along the north shore of Lake Winnebago. This 18-hole course was built in 1930. It was designed by Leonard Macomber.

Who Lives in Harrison

Harrison has grown a lot in the last ten years. It is quickly changing from a rural farming community to a more suburban area. Most of the new buildings are homes and apartment complexes. These are mainly in the northwestern part of the village. This area is growing fast because it has a lot of open land and is close to the larger Fox Valley region.

Here is how Harrison's population has changed over the years:

The 2020 U.S. Census estimated Harrison's population to be around 12,418 people.