Leland, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Leland, Wisconsin
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Entering Leland on County Highway C
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 Leland, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Leland, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Sauk |
| Elevation | 239 m (784 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1567961 |
Leland is a small, friendly place in Wisconsin, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or a village. Instead, it's part of a larger area called a town. Leland is located in the town of Honey Creek, which is in Sauk County.
Leland is nestled in a pretty part of Wisconsin. It's found on County Highway C, just south of Natural Bridge State Park. If you were to travel about 12 miles (19 kilometers) west-northwest from Prairie du Sac, you would reach Leland.
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History of Leland, Wisconsin
How Leland Got Its Name
The community of Leland was named after a man named Cyrus Leland. He was an important person in the early days of this area. Cyrus Leland decided to build a sawmill here. A sawmill is a place where logs are cut into lumber, which is wood used for building houses and other structures.
The Sawmill and Community Growth
When Cyrus Leland built his sawmill, it became a central spot. People started to gather around it because it provided jobs and materials. This gathering of homes and businesses eventually grew into the community we know today as Leland. It's common for small towns to grow up around important businesses like sawmills, mines, or trading posts.
Exploring Leland Today
Even though Leland is a small community, it has some interesting spots. Like many small towns, it has places where people gather.
Local Landmarks
You can find places like the St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, which is an important part of the community's history and spiritual life. There's also Sprechers Bar, a local gathering place.
Outdoor Fun Near Leland
Close to Leland, you can visit the Honey Creek Rod and Gun Club Park and Lake. This area offers a chance to enjoy the outdoors. Many small communities like Leland are surrounded by beautiful natural areas, perfect for exploring.
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St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Sprechers Bar
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Honey Creek Rod and Gun Club Park and Lake
