Maples, Indiana facts for kids
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Maples, Indiana
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 Maples, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Maples, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Allen |
| Township | Jefferson |
| Elevation | 801 ft (244 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | about 19,209 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46816
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830307 |
Maples is a small community located in Allen County, Indiana, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of Jefferson Township.
History of Maples
The community of Maples was named after a man named Lewis S. Maples. He was a very successful businessman who worked with lumber, which is wood used for building.
A post office, where people could send and receive mail, was opened in Maples in 1854. This was an important service for the people living there. The post office served the community for many years before it finally closed in 1921.
Famous People from Maples
One notable person who was born in Maples is Lucy Fitch Perkins. She was a well-known author. She wrote many books, especially a popular series for children called "The Twins" books.
