Saint Magdalen, Indiana facts for kids
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Saint Magdalen, Indiana
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 Saint Magdalen, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Saint Magdalen, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Ripley |
| Township | Shelby |
| Elevation | 899 ft (274 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47250
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 452197 |
Saint Magdalen was once a small town in Shelby Township, Ripley County, Indiana. Today, it's known as a ghost town, which means it's a place where people used to live, but now very few or no one lives there anymore. Even though it's mostly empty, it's still officially listed as a "populated place" by the GNIS.
History of Saint Magdalen
Saint Magdalen had a post office that opened in 1871. A post office is where people send and receive mail. This post office served the community for many years. It stayed open until 1905, when it closed down. The town was named after Mary Magdalene, a well-known figure from history.
Where Saint Magdalen Was Located
Saint Magdalen was located in an area that is now part of the Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge. A wildlife refuge is a special place where animals and their natural homes are protected. It's a safe area for many different kinds of plants and animals to live without being disturbed.
