Brewer, Mississippi facts for kids
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Brewer, Mississippi
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 Brewer, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Brewer, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Lee |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 667542 |
Brewer is a small place in Lee County, Mississippi, in the United States. It's an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county.
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Discovering Brewer, Mississippi
Brewer is a quiet community known for its history and a few local spots. It's a great example of how small places in America get their names and grow over time.
How Brewer Got Its Name
This community had different names when it was first settled. But in the 1910s, it officially became known as "Brewer." This name was chosen to honor Earl Leroy Brewer. He was the Governor of Mississippi at that time. When the community set up its own voting district, they decided to name it after him.
What You'll Find in Brewer Today
Even though Brewer is a small community, it has important places for its residents.
- There are two churches: Brewer Methodist and Brewer Baptist.
- You can also find the Brewer Cemetery here. It's a place where many people from the community are laid to rest.
People from Brewer
Brewer is home to some interesting people! One notable person is Jimmy Kennedy. He is the author of a cookbook called River Run Cookbook.
