Acona, Mississippi facts for kids
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Acona, Mississippi
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 Acona, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Acona, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Holmes |
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38923
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| GNIS feature ID | 666139 |
Acona is a small, unincorporated community. It is located in Holmes County, Mississippi. An unincorporated community means it's a place where people live. However, it does not have its own local government. Acona is situated along Mississippi Highway 17. It is about 12 miles (19 km) north of Lexington. It is also about 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Black Hawk.
What is the History of Acona?
The name Acona likely comes from the Choctaw language. The Choctaw are a Native American people. The exact meaning of 'Acona' isn't fully known. Some people think it might be an old Native American word. It could be like saying "whoa!" in English.
A post office opened in Acona in 1852. It served the community until 1911. In the past, Acona was a busy place. It had a stop for stagecoaches, which were like old buses. There was also a tanyard, where animal hides were made into leather. A cotton gin processed cotton. A millinery store sold hats.
Today, the Acona Church, Cemetery, and School are important landmarks. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical importance.
