Concord Hill, Missouri facts for kids
Concord Hill is a small, quiet place in Warren County, Missouri in the U.S. state of Missouri. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.
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About Concord Hill
Concord Hill is located in Warren County, Missouri. Imagine a small area where people live, but it's not big enough to be called a city or a town with its own mayor and city council. That's what an unincorporated community is! The people living there are part of the larger county and follow its rules and services.
A Look Back: Concord Hill's History
Early Names and the Post Office
Concord Hill had another name in the past: "Eckelkamp." For a short time, from 1891 to 1893, there was even a post office called Eckelkamp in the area. This was a place where people could send and receive letters and packages.
How Concord Hill Got Its Name
Have you ever wondered how places get their names? For Concord Hill, it's believed the name came from something special grown right there! Local people used to harvest many Concord grapes in the area. These are the same dark purple grapes often used to make grape jelly or juice. It's a nice way to remember the land's history and what it produced.
The Old Schoolhouse
Like many small communities long ago, Concord Hill had its own school. It was called the Concord Hill Schoolhouse. This was where children in the area would go to learn and study. Today, the schoolhouse is no longer in use, but it's a reminder of the community's past.
