Lewisburg, Indiana facts for kids
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Lewisburg
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Cass County's location in Indiana
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 Lewisburg, Indiana
Location in Cass County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Cass |
| Township | Miami |
| Founded | 1835 |
| Named for | Lewis Boyer |
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46970
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| FIPS code | 18-43038 |
| GNIS feature ID | 437807 |
Lewisburg is an unincorporated community in Miami Township, Cass County, Indiana.
History
Lewisburg had its start in the year 1835 by the building of the Wabash and Erie Canal through that territory. It was named for its founder, Lewis Bowyer (or Boyer).
A post office was established at Lewisburg in 1835, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1868.
Geography
Lewisburg is located at 40°44′48″N 86°13′03″W / 40.74667°N 86.21750°W.
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