Harjo, Oklahoma facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Harjo
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 Harjo
Location in Oklahoma
Harjo
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Pottawatomie |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
Harjo is a small, unincorporated community located in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
About Harjo
Harjo is found in the state of Oklahoma. It's part of Pottawatomie County. This area is known for its history and natural beauty.
What's in a Name?
The name "Harjo" comes from the Creek (Muscogee) language. It means "brave beyond discretion." This name reflects the rich Native American heritage of the region.
Harjo's Post Office
For many years, Harjo had its own post office. It first opened on June 24, 1921. Having a local post office was very important for the community. It made it easier for people to send and receive mail. However, the post office eventually closed on August 31, 1954.
The Rose-Fast Site
Close to Harjo, there is an important historical place called the Rose-Fast site. This site was once a base camp for Native American people. They lived there during the Woodland period, which was between the years 0 and 1000 AD. This means the site is over 1000 years old!
The Rose-Fast site helps us learn about how people lived long ago. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1986. The NRHP is a list of places in the United States that are important to history. Being on this list helps protect the site so future generations can learn from it.
