Fielden, Missouri facts for kids

Fielden is a small, quiet place in Douglas County, Missouri, USA. It's called an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does.

You can find Fielden in the southern part of Douglas County. It's located on the flat land near a stream called Fox Creek. The area is about 778 feet (237 meters) above sea level. It's situated along County Road 14-343, just south of Missouri Route 14 and west of another small community called Gentryville.

A Look Back: Fielden's History

When Did Fielden Get Its Name?

The community of Fielden got its name from a local sawmill. A sawmill is a place where logs are cut into lumber, which is wood used for building. This sawmill was an important part of the area's early days.

Fielden's Post Office (1894-1909)

Fielden once had its very own post office! It was opened in 1894. This post office helped people in the community send and receive mail for about 15 years. It closed down in 1909.