Oswego, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Oswego, Indiana
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The John Pound Store, now a museum
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 Oswego, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Oswego, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Kosciusko |
| Township | Plain |
| Elevation | 850 ft (260 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46538
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| FIPS code | 18-57186 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830432 |
Oswego is a small place in Indiana, USA. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own local government. It's part of Plain Township in Kosciusko County.
The Story of Oswego
Oswego was first planned out in the year 1837. It received its name from a city called Oswego, New York. A post office was opened in Oswego in 1840. This post office served the community for many years. However, it eventually closed down in 1935.
Where is Oswego Located?
You can find Oswego in a pretty spot in Indiana. It is located very close to the western edge of Lake Tippecanoe. This lake is a well-known feature in the area.
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