Winamac, Indiana facts for kids
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Winamac
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Pulaski County Courthouse
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| Motto(s):
"Built On The Tippecanoe River"
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Location of Winamac in Pulaski County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Pulaski |
| Township | Monroe |
| Founded by | John Pearson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.36 sq mi (3.53 km2) |
| • Land | 1.36 sq mi (3.53 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,318 |
| • Density | 1,703.16/sq mi (657.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern(EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46996
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| Area code(s) | 574 |
| FIPS code | 18-84734 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397747 |
Winamac is a town located in Monroe Township, Pulaski County, in the state of Indiana, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Pulaski County. In 2010, about 2,490 people lived here.
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History of Winamac
The name "Winamac" comes from a word used by the Potawatomi people. It means "catfish." The town was chosen to be the county seat in 1839. Winamac officially became a town in 1868.
The Winamac post office has been open since 1839. Several important buildings in Winamac are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Pulaski County Courthouse, the Dr. George W. Thompson House, and Vurpillat's Opera House.
Explore Winamac's Landmarks
Winamac has many interesting landmarks. They tell stories about the town's past.
The Artesian Well: A Historic Water Source
In 1877, a company was drilling for oil near the Tippecanoe River. Instead, they found a strong flow of water 264 feet underground. This was called the Artesian Well.
People believed the water had healing powers. Local boys would even deliver the water to homes to earn money. By the late 1800s, interest in the well faded. It was damaged by 1920 but later fixed.
Sadly, other projects nearby caused the well's water pressure to drop. It eventually dried up. Today, the well is capped, and a special plaque remembers its history. You can find it in the town park.
The Memorial Swinging Bridge: A Community Treasure
The Winamac Town Park is also home to a large swinging bridge. It crosses the Tippecanoe River. This bridge was opened on July 4, 1923. It honors soldiers and sailors from the Civil War and later wars.
The bridge is a very popular spot for locals and visitors. Many greeting cards and photos show this famous bridge.
Recently, a project called "Light Up Our Legacy" raised money. Their goal was to add LED lights to the bridge. The money was raised, and the bridge was updated in early 2023. The new lights were planned to be shown on July 4, 2023.
Geography and Climate
Winamac covers about 1.36 square miles (3.53 square kilometers) of land.
Winamac Weather Patterns
Winamac has a climate with warm summers and cold winters. Here is a quick look at the average temperatures and rainfall:
| Climate data for Winamac, Indiana (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1897–1906, 1918–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 71 (22) |
75 (24) |
86 (30) |
92 (33) |
96 (36) |
108 (42) |
109 (43) |
103 (39) |
101 (38) |
92 (33) |
82 (28) |
71 (22) |
109 (43) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 54.3 (12.4) |
57.3 (14.1) |
70.9 (21.6) |
80.2 (26.8) |
87.9 (31.1) |
91.9 (33.3) |
92.1 (33.4) |
90.9 (32.7) |
89.8 (32.1) |
82.4 (28.0) |
69.0 (20.6) |
57.1 (13.9) |
94.0 (34.4) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 32.5 (0.3) |
36.3 (2.4) |
47.8 (8.8) |
60.7 (15.9) |
71.8 (22.1) |
80.7 (27.1) |
83.5 (28.6) |
81.9 (27.7) |
76.6 (24.8) |
64.2 (17.9) |
49.1 (9.5) |
37.2 (2.9) |
60.2 (15.7) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 24.1 (−4.4) |
27.3 (−2.6) |
37.6 (3.1) |
49.5 (9.7) |
60.8 (16.0) |
70.1 (21.2) |
73.0 (22.8) |
71.3 (21.8) |
64.8 (18.2) |
52.9 (11.6) |
40.1 (4.5) |
29.5 (−1.4) |
50.1 (10.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 15.8 (−9.0) |
18.3 (−7.6) |
27.5 (−2.5) |
38.3 (3.5) |
49.8 (9.9) |
59.4 (15.2) |
62.6 (17.0) |
60.6 (15.9) |
53.1 (11.7) |
41.7 (5.4) |
31.0 (−0.6) |
21.8 (−5.7) |
40.0 (4.4) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | −6.1 (−21.2) |
−1.0 (−18.3) |
11.4 (−11.4) |
23.7 (−4.6) |
34.9 (1.6) |
44.8 (7.1) |
51.3 (10.7) |
50.8 (10.4) |
39.8 (4.3) |
28.2 (−2.1) |
17.0 (−8.3) |
3.1 (−16.1) |
−9.9 (−23.3) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −29 (−34) |
−21 (−29) |
−9 (−23) |
8 (−13) |
22 (−6) |
32 (0) |
41 (5) |
34 (1) |
24 (−4) |
16 (−9) |
−10 (−23) |
−25 (−32) |
−29 (−34) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.52 (64) |
2.07 (53) |
2.49 (63) |
3.71 (94) |
4.10 (104) |
4.27 (108) |
4.73 (120) |
4.18 (106) |
3.36 (85) |
3.16 (80) |
2.84 (72) |
2.38 (60) |
39.81 (1,011) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 9.5 (24) |
6.5 (17) |
3.5 (8.9) |
0.4 (1.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
1.0 (2.5) |
5.6 (14) |
26.5 (67) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 10.7 | 8.5 | 9.8 | 11.1 | 12.7 | 11.7 | 10.4 | 9.4 | 9.1 | 10.7 | 10.0 | 10.5 | 124.6 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 4.9 | 3.7 | 1.8 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.8 | 3.3 | 14.8 |
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Winamac's Population
The population of Winamac has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 206 | — | |
| 1870 | 906 | 339.8% | |
| 1880 | 835 | −7.8% | |
| 1890 | 1,215 | 45.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,684 | 38.6% | |
| 1910 | 1,607 | −4.6% | |
| 1920 | 1,684 | 4.8% | |
| 1930 | 1,679 | −0.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,835 | 9.3% | |
| 1950 | 2,166 | 18.0% | |
| 1960 | 2,375 | 9.6% | |
| 1970 | 2,341 | −1.4% | |
| 1980 | 2,370 | 1.2% | |
| 1990 | 2,262 | −4.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,418 | 6.9% | |
| 2010 | 2,490 | 3.0% | |
| 2020 | 2,320 | −6.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, the census counted 2,490 people living in Winamac. There were 1,028 households. About 31.3% of these households had children under 18.
Most people in Winamac were White (97.2%). About 2.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino. The average age in town was 38.8 years old.
Education in Winamac
Winamac is part of the Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation. This is the local school system. The town also has a public library. It is called the Pulaski County Public Library.
Winamac's Economy
BraunAbility is a company based in Winamac. They make wheelchair lifts and other mobility products.
Famous People from Winamac
Some well-known people have connections to Winamac:
- Ralph Braun – A businessman who founded BraunAbility.
- John Buchanan – A biochemist.
- Justin Haley – A NASCAR racing driver.
- David E. Lilienthal – A lawyer who led the Tennessee Valley Authority.
- Judith A. Myers – An Illinois state senator and educator.
- Carl W. Riddick – A member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Montana. He also edited the Winamac Republican newspaper.
Images for kids
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Pulaski County Courthouse
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Location of Winamac in Pulaski County, Indiana.
See also
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