Ogden, Indiana facts for kids

Ogden is an unincorporated community located in Henry County, Indiana, in the United States. It's a small settlement that doesn't have its own local government, unlike a city or town.

The Story of Ogden

How Ogden Got Its Name

Ogden wasn't always called Ogden! When it was first planned and mapped out in 1829, people called it Middletown. However, they soon found out that another place nearby, also in Henry County, had already been named Middletown just two months earlier.

To avoid confusion, the community needed a new name. It was then renamed Ogden. This new name honored an engineer who was working on the important National Road project at the time. The National Road was one of the first major improved highways in the United States, connecting different parts of the country.

Ogden's Post Office

A post office was opened in Ogden in 1840. This was an important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years, helping people stay connected. However, it eventually closed down in 1906.