Prescott, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Prescott, Indiana
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 Prescott, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Prescott, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Shelby |
| Township | Shelby |
| Elevation | 840 ft (256 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46176
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| GNIS feature ID | 441576 |
Prescott is a small place in Indiana, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government, unlike a city or town. Instead, it is part of a larger area called Shelby Township in Shelby County.
Prescott's Past
Prescott began in the year 1867. This happened when a railroad line was built and reached this location. The community was "laid out," which means its streets and building plots were planned.
Before the railroad arrived, a post office was opened in Prescott in 1860. This office helped people send and receive mail. It stayed open for many years until it closed in 1905.
Where is Prescott?
Prescott is located in the state of Indiana. You can find its exact spot using geographic coordinates: 39°28′45″N 85°42′30″W / 39.47917°N 85.70833°W. This means it is at 39 degrees, 28 minutes, 45 seconds North latitude and 85 degrees, 42 minutes, 30 seconds West longitude.
