Putnam, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Putnam, Illinois
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Historic Cortland Condit House, now a library (center), and U.S. Post Office (right)
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 Putnam, Illinois
Location in Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Putnam |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
61560
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| Area code(s) | 815 & 779 |
| GNIS feature ID | 416295 |
Putnam is a small, unincorporated community in Putnam County, Illinois, United States. It is located west of Senachwine Lake along Illinois Route 29. You can find it north of Henry.
Putnam is special because it's the only community in Putnam County located on the west side of the Illinois River.
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Discover Putnam, Illinois!
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An "unincorporated community" like Putnam is a place where people live. However, it does not have its own official local government. This means it doesn't have a mayor or a town council. Instead, the county government usually manages it.
Fun Things to Do in Putnam
Putnam has some fun spots for locals. In winter, kids love to go sledding. There is a convenient hill right next to the Putnam Christian Church.
When the weather is warm, a popular place is "The Swimmin' Hole." This spot is located just north of town. It is a great place to cool off and have fun!
A Look at Putnam's History
The Putnam Christian Church has been an important part of the community for a long time. It celebrated its 150th anniversary in the summer of 2016. This shows how much history is in this small community.
