Pisgah, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pisgah
Pisgah of West Chester
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 Pisgah
Location in Ohio
Pisgah
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Butler |
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| • Demonym | Pisgian |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
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| Area code | 513 |
| FIPS code | 39-15000 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1066650 |
Pisgah is a small community located in Butler County, in the state of Ohio, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger county administration.
History of Pisgah
Early Beginnings and the Post Office
The community of Pisgah has a long history. A special building called a post office was opened here in 1843. A post office is where people send and receive letters and packages. This post office served the people of Pisgah for many years. It helped them stay connected with others. It closed its doors in 1905.
How Pisgah Got Its Name
The name "Pisgah" has an interesting meaning. The community was named after a church that was built on a hilltop nearby. The word "Pisgah" comes from the Hebrew language. It means "peak" or "summit." This name likely refers to the church's high location. It also connects to a mountain mentioned in the Bible.
