Gates, Nebraska facts for kids

Gates is a small, quiet place in Custer County, Nebraska, in the United States. It's not a big city or even a town with its own government. Instead, it's called an "unincorporated hamlet," which means it's a tiny community without a mayor or town council. There are only a few homes and a community center, but you won't find any shops or businesses there.

History

The community of Gates was named after one of the very first people who settled there a long time ago. Imagine what it was like back then! In 1884, a special building called a post office opened in Gates. A post office is where people send and receive letters and packages. This post office served the people of Gates for many years, helping them stay connected. It finally closed its doors in 1989.