North Webster, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
North Webster, Indiana
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Dixie, a Webster Lake boat
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Location of North Webster in Kosciusko County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Kosciusko |
| Township | Tippecanoe |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.82 sq mi (2.13 km2) |
| • Land | 0.81 sq mi (2.10 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 876 ft (267 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 998 |
| • Density | 1,232.10/sq mi (475.96/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46555
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| Area code(s) | 574 |
| FIPS code | 18-55134 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396824 |
| Website | http://www.northwebster.com/ |
North Webster is a small town located in Kosciusko County, Indiana, in the United States. It's part of Tippecanoe Township. In 2020, about 998 people lived there. The National Weather Service has an office north of town, near Syracuse.
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History of North Webster
North Webster was officially planned and settled in 1837. It was named after Daniel Webster, a famous American statesman. The town's post office has been open since 1879.
A special building called the Robert Orr Polygonal Barn is in North Webster. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992. This means it's an important historical site.
Geography and Lakes
North Webster is in a part of Indiana known for its many lakes. The town itself covers about 0.82 square miles (2.13 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The area is very popular for boating and fishing, especially in the summer. Lake Webster is right inside the town.
Lakes Near North Webster
Many other lakes are close to North Webster, making it a great spot for water activities:
- Dewart Lake
- Barbee Lake
- James Lake
- Lake Papakeechie
- Shoe Lake
- Syracuse Lake
- Tippecanoe Lake
- Lake Wawasee
- Webster Lake
Population Information
North Webster has grown over the years. Here's how its population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 343 | — | |
| 1950 | 487 | 42.0% | |
| 1960 | 494 | 1.4% | |
| 1970 | 456 | −7.7% | |
| 1980 | 709 | 55.5% | |
| 1990 | 881 | 24.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,067 | 21.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,146 | 7.4% | |
| 2020 | 998 | −12.9% | |
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In 2010, there were 1,146 people living in North Webster. The town had 501 households. About 21.4% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age of residents was about 41.6 years.
Education and Learning
The town has a place where you can borrow books and learn new things. It's called the North Webster Community Public Library.
Fun Things to Do
North Webster is known for its fun events and unique attractions.
Mermaid Festival
One of the biggest events is the Mermaid Festival. The North Webster Lions Club hosts it every year in the last week of June. It's their largest fundraiser.
The festival has many exciting parts:
- The Cutie King & Queen Pageant, where young kids can participate.
- The Cutie parade.
- The main Mermaid Parade.
There's also a carnival with rides and games. A big parade happens on Saturday afternoon to celebrate the end of the festival. The festival usually ends with fireworks, though sometimes there are laser light shows or video slideshows instead. In 2015, the festival celebrated its 70th year!
Local Businesses
North Webster has several small businesses. You can find antique shops and bait shops for fishing. There are also larger stores like CVS, Dollar General, and Ace Hardware.
A unique building in the middle of town looks like a castle. It used to be home to the International Palace of Sports.
Since 1998, the National Weather Service has had an office in North Webster. This office helps forecast weather for northern Indiana, southeastern Michigan, and northwestern Ohio.
The Dixie Boat
North Webster is home to a very special boat called The Dixie. It's Indiana’s oldest stern wheel paddle boat. The Dixie has been giving tours on Webster Lake since 1929! Many generations of families have enjoyed rides on this historic boat.
The Dixie was owned by private people until 2007. Then, a non-profit group called Dixie Sternwheeler Inc. (DSI) took over. DSI still operates the boat for regular summer cruises. These cruises run from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day. You can also book the boat for special events like weddings or company parties.
Regular cruises last about 75 minutes. They happen every evening from Monday to Saturday, and in the afternoon and evening on Sundays. Many cruises play old-time music and share stories about the area, the lake, and The Dixie's history.
See also
In Spanish: North Webster (Indiana) para niños
