Williams, Adams County, Indiana facts for kids
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Adams County's location in Indiana
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 Williams, Adams County, Indiana
Location in Adams County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Adams |
| Township | Root |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46733
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| FIPS code | 18-84320 |
| GNIS feature ID | 446056 |
Williams is a small, unincorporated community located in Root Township, Adams County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. Being "unincorporated" means it's not an official city or town with its own local government, but it's still a recognized place where people live.
A Look Back: Williams' History
How Williams Got Its Name
Williams has an interesting story behind its name! In the 1870s, this community was first called Greenville. It was named after some brothers who owned and operated a sawmill there.
However, there was a problem: another place in Indiana already had a post office named Greenville, Indiana. To avoid confusion, the community needed a new name. That's when Garrett Williams suggested the name "Williams," which is what it's known as today.
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