Ellis Prairie, Missouri facts for kids

Ellis Prairie is a small, unincorporated community located in Texas County, Missouri, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government or mayor like a city or town. Instead, it's usually managed by the county government.

Where is Ellis Prairie?

You can find Ellis Prairie about 7.5 miles northwest of a town called Houston. It's also about 2.5 miles east of Mitchells Corner and Missouri Route 17. The community is located right on Missouri Route AA, which is a local road.

How Ellis Prairie Got Its Name

The community of Ellis Prairie was named after a person! His name was Washington Asa Ellis. He was one of the first people to settle in this area, choosing a nearby prairie to make his home. Over time, the community that grew there took his name.

The Post Office Story

Ellis Prairie once had its very own post office. It was first opened in 1879. For exactly 100 years, this post office served the community, helping people send and receive letters and packages. It finally closed its doors in 1979.