Egypt Grove, Missouri facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts

Egypt Grove is a small, special place in the southwest part of Howell County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and people that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.

Discovering Egypt Grove

Egypt Grove is found along a road called US Route 160. It's located just east of another small place named Caulfield. This quiet area is part of the beautiful landscape of southern Missouri.

The Story Behind the Name

The name Egypt Grove has a really interesting story! Early settlers who lived there felt like traveling to and from the community was a big journey. They compared their travels to the famous story of the exodus from Egypt in ancient times. This historical comparison gave the community its unique and memorable name.

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