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Little Chute, WI

Little Chute is a village in Outagamie County, Wisconsin, United States. It is immediately east of the city of Appleton, Wisconsin, and runs along the Fox River.

The town was originally established as a trading post by French explorers who called it "Le Petite Chute" (Little Chute). In the late 19th century, it was settled by Dutch Catholic immigrants from North Brabant, led initially by the Dominican Missionary Theodore J. van den Broek from Uden. The town became an outpost of Dutch Catholic immigrants in the Midwest. Little Chute is home to a full-scale Dutch-style working windmill, which has become a tourist attraction. Before European exploration, it is likely the Mississippian culture tribe, the Oneota lived in the area. The Oneota are believed to be the ancestors of the Winnebago or Ho-chunk tribe. A historical marker near Little Chute commemorates the Treaty of the Cedars, a treaty that ceded 4 million acres of Native American land to the US government.

Little Chute is located at 44°17′03″N 88°18′49″W (44.284087, −88.313629). According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 5.52 square miles (14.30 km²), of which, 5.16 square miles (13.36 km²) of it is land and 0.36 square miles (0.93 km²) is water. Little Chute is the largest village in Outagamie County.

While sharing in the history of northeast Wisconsin, Little Chute has been influenced by two unique factors: the rapids and portages along the Fox River and the coming of Dutch-Catholic settlers in 1848. Prior to and during the early European settlement, the Fox-Wisconsin Waterway to the Mississippi River system was one of the most heavily traveled routes between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River. Afterward, canals and locks were built to circumvent these rapids. The actual construction of these features employed settlers, the Dutch among them, although the canal system never proved to be a great success. In 1836, the Treaty of the Cedars was signed near Little Chute by the Menominee Indians, which ceded to The United States "Four million acres between the Fox, Wolf, and Menominee Rivers".

Health and wellness are paramount in Little Chute, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Ascension Medical Group is a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Little Chute Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Little Chute Area School District - Fitness Center and Physics of Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Little Chute, such as the Heritage Parkway Trail and Ahnapee State Park Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Little Chute, WI are Little Chute Windmill, Badger Sports Park, and Nelson Family Heritage Crossing.

Population: 12,154 (2022). ZIP Code: 54140. Area code: 920. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Area: 6.78 sq mi (17.56 km²).

FAQs

What is the history of Little Chute, WI?

Little Chute was incorporated as a village in 1899. There was the well-known arrival of three boatloads of Hollanders in 1848, and Father Van den Broek established the parish of St. John's in 1836. Before any of those celebrated events, there were the French fur traders and the Native Americans. 

Is Little Chute, WI a good place to live?

Little Chute is in Outagamie County and is one of the best places to live in Wisconsin. Living in Little Chute offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Little Chute, there are a lot of bars, restaurants, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Little Chute and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Little Chute are above average.

What is the crime rate in Little Chute, WI?

With a crime rate for both violent and property crimes combined of 3 per 1,000 residents. The crime rate in Little Chute is one of the lowest rates in America among communities of all sizes (lower than 84% of America's communities). One's chance of becoming a victim of crime in Little Chute is one in 312.

Sources

Wikipedia

Village of Little Chute

Ascension Medical Group

Little Chute Parks and Recreation Department 

Little Chute Area School District - Fitness Center 

Physics of Fitness

Heritage Parkway Trail 

Ahnapee State Park Trail

Little Chute Windmill

Badger Sports Park

Nelson Family Heritage Crossing

History

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