Gilead, Iowa facts for kids

Gilead is a small, unincorporated community located in Adair County, Iowa, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county.

A Glimpse into Gilead's Past

Gilead has a bit of history, even though it's a small place today. Around the year 1900, at the turn of the 20th century, Gilead had its own post office. This was an important place for people living there, as it was how they sent and received letters and packages. Having a post office often meant a community was growing and needed its own services.