Wilbur, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wilbur, Indiana
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Wilbur's old schoolhouse
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 Wilbur, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Wilbur, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Morgan |
| Township | Gregg |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46157
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| FIPS code | 18-84176 |
| GNIS feature ID | 446010 |
Wilbur is a small place in Morgan County, Indiana, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the larger county government.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings that are not part of an official city or town. People living in Wilbur get their services, like roads and police, from Morgan County. It's a bit like living in the countryside, but with a name for the area.
A Look Back at Wilbur's History
Wilbur was first settled a long time ago, in the 1830s. It started as a small community where people lived and worked.
The Old Post Office
For many years, Wilbur had its own post office. It opened in 1873. This was an important place for people to send and receive letters. The post office served the community for over 30 years. It closed down in 1906.
The Historic Wilbur School
One of the most important buildings in Wilbur is its old schoolhouse. This building has a lot of history. In 1993, the Wilbur School was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's recognized as a special place that should be preserved. It reminds everyone of the community's past.
