Rosston, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rosston, Indiana
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A building in Rosston
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Boone County's location in Indiana
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 Rosston, Indiana
Location in Boone County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Boone |
| Township | Union |
| Elevation | 932 ft (284 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46077
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| FIPS code | 18-66114 |
| GNIS feature ID | 442327 |
Rosston is a small, unincorporated community located in Boone County, Indiana. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. It's found within Union Township, a part of Boone County in the state of Indiana, USA.
The Story of Rosston
Rosston got its start a long time ago, in 1886. That year, a post office was opened there, which helped people send and receive mail. The post office stayed open for many years, until 1918. The community was named Rosston because the original land it was built on belonged to people with the last name Ross.
Where is Rosston Located?
Rosston is found in the state of Indiana. You can find its exact spot on a map using these coordinates: 40°02′55″N 86°17′21″W / 40.04861°N 86.28917°W. This location places it within Boone County, Indiana.
