Liberal, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Liberal, Indiana
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 Liberal, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Liberal, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Spencer |
| Township | Clay |
| Elevation | 433 ft (132 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47550
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 437815 |
Liberal is a small, quiet place in Indiana, a state in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Clay Township in Spencer County.
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A Glimpse into Liberal's Past
When Liberal Had a Post Office
Liberal once had its very own post office! This important building was opened in 1887. People in Liberal could send and receive letters and packages right there. However, the post office didn't stay open forever. It closed its doors in 1907.
Where is Liberal Located?
Understanding Liberal's Geography
Liberal is located in Spencer County, Indiana. Its exact spot on a map can be described using special numbers called coordinates. These coordinates are 38°02′45″N 86°56′35″W / 38.04583°N 86.94306°W. The "N" means North, and the "W" means West. These numbers help pinpoint Liberal's location on Earth.
