Burr, Missouri facts for kids

Burr is a small, quiet place located in Ripley County, Missouri. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or city council, unlike a city or town.

History of Burr

Burr might be small, but it has its own history! A long time ago, in 1898, a special building called a post office was opened in Burr. A post office is where people send and receive letters and packages. This post office helped the people of Burr stay connected with others until it closed in 1920. The community was named after a man named Moses Burr. He was a local merchant, which means he owned a store and sold goods to people in the area.