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Lena, Indiana
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Parke County's location in Indiana
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 Lena, Indiana
Location in Parke County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Parke |
| Township | Jackson |
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47834
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 437775 |
Lena is an unincorporated community in southern Jackson Township, Parke County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. A portion of Lena also extends into Clay County, just north of Carbon. This portion of Lena is referred to as Marysville.
History
Lena was platted in 1870 when the railroad was extended to that point. A post office was established at Lena in 1871, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1880.
Geography
Lena is located at 39°36′18″N 87°06′26″W / 39.60500°N 87.10722°W at an elevation of 689 feet.
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