Beverly, Missouri facts for kids

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Beverly is a small place in Platte County, Missouri. It's not a city with its own government. Instead, it's called an unincorporated community. Beverly is part of the larger Kansas City metropolitan area.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Beverly is a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government. This means they don't have a mayor or city council. Instead, they are governed by the county, which is Platte County in this case.

Where is Beverly Located?

Beverly is found where Bee Creek meets the Missouri River. This area is part of the Missouri River Floodplain. Two main roads, Missouri Route 92 and Missouri Route 45, go through Beverly. Platte City is about four miles east on Route 92. If you go north on Route 45, you'll find Weston Bend State Park nearby.

A Look Back: Beverly's History

Beverly used to be known by a slightly different name: "Beverly Station." A post office opened there in 1874, and it was called Beverly Station. Later, in 1946, the name was officially changed to Beverly. The post office eventually closed its doors in 1960. The community got its name from a man named Mr. Beverly, who worked for the railroad.

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