Popcorn, Indiana facts for kids
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Popcorn, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Lawrence |
| Township | Perry |
| Elevation | 650 ft (200 m) |
| ZIP code |
47462
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| FIPS code | 18-61056 |
| GNIS feature ID | 451354 |
Popcorn is an unincorporated community in Perry Township, Lawrence County, Indiana.
History
Popcorn took its name from Popcorn Creek. A local legend states a visitor from out of town compared the size of local farmers' corn to "popcorn" compared to their own.
A post office called Popcorn was established in 1891, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1905.
Geography
Popcorn is located at 38°58′33″N 86°39′25″W / 38.97583°N 86.65694°W.
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