Williamsburg, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Williamsburg, Indiana
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 Williamsburg, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Williamsburg, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Wayne |
| Township | Green |
| Elevation | 1,063 ft (324 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47393
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830578 |
Williamsburg is a small place in Wayne County, Indiana, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own local government, but it's still a recognized place where people live.
History of Williamsburg
The first people to settle in the Williamsburg area came from North Carolina. They arrived way back in 1810. This was even before Indiana officially became a state!
The town was officially planned out in 1830. It was named after its founder, a man named William Johnson. A post office has been serving the community of Williamsburg since 1830, helping people send and receive mail.
Education in Williamsburg
Kids living in Williamsburg go to school in the Northeastern Wayne Schools district. This school system serves the children from the community, providing them with their education.
