Althea, Missouri facts for kids

Althea was once a small town located in eastern Ozark County, in the beautiful Ozarks region of southern Missouri, United States. Today, it is considered an extinct town, meaning it no longer exists as a populated place. It was situated right on the North Fork River, near where Missouri Route H crosses. Althea was about five miles northeast of another town called Tecumseh.

What Happened to Althea?

Althea was a very small community that existed for only a short time. It was located in a scenic part of the Ozarks, known for its rivers and hills.

How Did Althea Get Its Name?

The town of Althea received its name from a special person. In 1921, a post office was opened in the community. The person in charge of this post office, called the postmaster, decided to name the town after his own daughter, whose name was Althea Patrick.

When Did Althea Disappear?

The post office in Althea did not stay open for very long. It operated from 1921 until 1926. After the post office closed, the community gradually faded away and is no longer a populated place today.