Nottingham, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nottingham, Indiana
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Wells County's location in Indiana
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 Nottingham, Indiana
Location in Wells County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Wells |
| Township | Nottingham |
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47359
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| GNIS feature ID | 440360 |
Nottingham is a small, unincorporated community located in Wells County, Indiana. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger county or township. Nottingham is specifically found within Nottingham Township.
History of Nottingham
Early Days and the Post Office
Nottingham has a simple but interesting history. One of the most important parts of its past is the post office.
A post office was first opened in Nottingham in the year 1848. Back then, post offices were super important. They were the main way for people to send and receive letters, packages, and news. This helped connect the community with the rest of the world.
The Post Office Closes
The post office in Nottingham stayed open for many years. It served the community for over five decades. However, in 1905, the post office was officially closed. This often happened as transportation improved and people could travel more easily to larger towns to send their mail.
