Washington, Wisconsin facts for kids
Washington, Wisconsin is a name used for several different places in the state of Wisconsin, USA. When you see "Washington, Wisconsin," it usually means one of these locations.
This name is often used for:
- Washington County, Wisconsin: This is one of the 72 counties in Wisconsin. A county is a part of a state, like a big district, that helps organize local government.
- Washington Island, Door County, Wisconsin: This is a town located on an island. A town is a type of local government area, often including a main community and surrounding rural areas.
- Washington (community), Wisconsin: This is a smaller community found within the town of Washington Island in Door County. An unincorporated community means it doesn't have its own separate local government, but is part of a larger town or county.
- Washington, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin: Another town, but this one is in Eau Claire County.
- Washington, Green County, Wisconsin: A town located in Green County.
- Washington, La Crosse County, Wisconsin: A town in La Crosse County.
- Washington, Rusk County, Wisconsin: A town found in Rusk County.
- Washington, Sauk County, Wisconsin: A town in Sauk County.
- Washington, Shawano County, Wisconsin: A town located in Shawano County.
- Washington, Vilas County, Wisconsin: A town in Vilas County.
Why So Many "Washingtons"?
The name "Washington" is very popular in the United States. This is because it honors George Washington, who was the first president of the United States. Many towns, cities, counties, and even a state are named after him to remember his important role in American history.
See also
- Port Washington, Wisconsin: This is a city located in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin. A city is a larger, more developed urban area with its own local government.
- Port Washington (town), Wisconsin: This is a separate town, also in Ozaukee County, that is next to the city of Port Washington.
- Washington Island (Wisconsin): This is the actual island in Lake Michigan where the town of Washington Island, Door County, is located.
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