Huron, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Huron, Indiana
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 Huron, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Huron, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Lawrence |
| Township | Spice Valley |
| Elevation | 564 ft (172 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47446
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| Area code(s) | 812 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830451 |
Huron is a small community located in Indiana, a state in the United States. It's known as a "Census-designated place" which means it's an area identified by the government for statistics, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. You can find Huron in Lawrence County, specifically within Spice Valley Township.
A Glimpse into Huron's Past
Huron was officially planned and mapped out in 1859. This process, called "platting," is how new communities are organized with streets and lots. The community was named after Huron, Ohio, a city located in another state.
A Tragic Event During the Civil War
On September 16, 1861, during the American Civil War, a sad accident happened near Huron. A train carrying about 600 Union soldiers from Illinois crashed into a creek. Many soldiers were hurt or lost their lives in this unfortunate event.
