Sanders, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sanders, Indiana
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Former Hays Market store
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 Sanders, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Sanders, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Monroe |
| Township | Perry |
| Elevation | 745 ft (227 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47401
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-67806 |
| GNIS feature ID | 442994 |
Sanders is a small, unincorporated community located in Perry Township, Monroe County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. Being "unincorporated" means it's a place with a shared identity but without its own local government like a city or town.
History of Sanders
Sanders was first known by a different name: Limestone. The area was officially mapped out, or "platting," in 1892. This means its streets and property lines were drawn on a map.
The community was later named after the Sanders family, who were early settlers in the area.
A post office opened in Sanders in 1893. It helped people send and receive mail for nearly 20 years before it closed in 1912.
Many people who live in Sanders today are descendants of the original families. This helps Sanders keep its unique identity within Monroe County, Indiana.
What's Happening in Sanders Today?
Sanders is a busy place with several interesting activities and businesses.
- The Indiana Limestone Company is a big part of the area. They work with limestone, which is a type of rock found in the ground.
- Bloomington String Instruments is another local business. They likely create or repair musical instruments that use strings, like guitars or violins.
- The Sanders Pentecostal Church serves as a spiritual center for the community.
- A former store, Hays Market, is being turned into guest housing. This new lodging will be for visitors to Whippoorwill Hill, a nearby farm that hosts weddings and other events.
