Tippecanoe, Indiana facts for kids
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Tippecanoe, Indiana
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 Tippecanoe, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Tippecanoe, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Marshall |
| Township | Tippecanoe |
| Named for | Tippecanoe River |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.61 sq mi (1.6 km2) |
| • Land | 0.61 sq mi (1.6 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern Daylight) |
| ZIP code |
46570
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| Area code(s) | 574 |
| FIPS code | 18-75860 |
| GNIS feature ID | 449738 |
Tippecanoe is a small community located in Marshall County, Indiana, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population and statistics, even though it doesn't have its own official town government. Tippecanoe gets its name from the nearby Tippecanoe River.
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A Look Back at Tippecanoe's Past
Tippecanoe started to be settled in 1882. However, the very first "Tippecanoe Town" was planned out earlier, in 1850. This original town was located about 1 mile (1.6 km) north of where Tippecanoe is today. It was named after the Tippecanoe River, which flowed along its southern edge.
The name "Tippecanoe" comes from a Miami-Illinois word. This word described the "buffalo fish," which is a type of fish found in rivers. Later, when a railroad was built about 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the original town, the community decided to move closer to the new railway. The old location then became known as Old Tip Town.
Another small settlement called Benack's Village was located about 1.4 miles (2.3 km) east-northeast of Tippecanoe. It was across the Tippecanoe River in what is now Potawatomi Wildlife Park.
Where is Tippecanoe Located?
Tippecanoe is found in the southeastern part of Marshall County, Indiana. It is located at coordinates 41°12′32″N 86°06′54″W. The town is named after the Tippecanoe River, which flows along its northern side.
Roads and Rivers
Indiana State Road 331 runs through Tippecanoe. This road goes north about 6 miles (9.7 km) to Bourbon. If you head southwest on State Road 331, it connects with State Road 25, which leads about 13 miles (21 km) to Rochester.
The U.S. Census Bureau states that the Tippecanoe CDP covers an area of 0.61 square miles (1.58 km²), and all of this area is land. The Tippecanoe River flows southwest from the town and eventually joins the Wabash River north of Lafayette.
Learning Opportunities
Students in Tippecanoe and nearby areas can attend schools within these corporations:
- Triton School Corporation
- Argos Community Schools
- Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation
Famous People from Tippecanoe
Tippecanoe has been home to some notable individuals:
- Donald V. Fites: He was a very important leader, serving as the former president and CEO of Caterpillar Inc., a major company that makes construction and mining equipment.
- Robert "Bob" Newton: He is the founder of Hoosier Racing Tire, a well-known company that makes tires for racing.
Images for kids
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Cemetery sign
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Original Tippecanoe Cemetery
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Mural commissioned by Paul Hensley in 2013
