Henley, Missouri facts for kids

A map showing where Henley is located in Missouri.

Henley is a small, quiet place in the southwestern part of Cole County, Missouri, in the United States. It's not a city or a town with its own government, but rather what's called an unincorporated community. You can find Henley about twelve miles east of a place called Eldon. If you were sending mail there, the special code for Henley is 65040.

What is Henley?

Henley is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that are not officially part of a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the larger county it's in, which is Cole County. People who live in unincorporated communities still have neighbors and a sense of community, but they don't have their own mayor or city council.

Where is Henley Located?

Henley is nestled in the middle of the state of Missouri. It's part of Cole County, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and friendly communities. Being about twelve miles east of Eldon means it's in a more rural area, away from big city hustle and bustle.

The History of Henley

Henley was officially started, or "laid out," in the year 1902. This means that someone planned out the streets and lots for the community to grow.

How Henley Got Its Name

The community of Henley was named after a person! It was named in honor of William Henley. He was the original owner of the land where the community was built. It's common for places to be named after important people or features of the land.

The Post Office in Henley

A post office is a very important part of any community because it helps people send and receive mail. Henley has had its own post office since 1902, the same year the community was founded. This shows that even from the very beginning, Henley was a place where people lived and needed to connect with the outside world.