Hushpuckena, Mississippi facts for kids
Hushpuckena is a small, quiet place in Bolivar County, Mississippi, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Quick facts for kids
Hushpuckena, Mississippi
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 Hushpuckena, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Hushpuckena, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Bolivar |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38774
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| GNIS feature ID | 671639 |
Location and History
Hushpuckena is found along U.S. Route 61, a famous highway. It's about 3 miles (5 km) south of a town called Duncan. It's also about 4 miles (6 km) north of Shelby.
The community is located on what used to be the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad line. This railroad was important for moving goods and people in the past.
What's in a Name?
Hushpuckena got its name from the nearby Hushpuckena River. The name Hushpuckena comes from the Choctaw language. People believe it means "sunflowers are abundant." This suggests that many sunflowers grew in the area long ago.
Post Office History
For many years, Hushpuckena had its own post office. It opened in 1885. The post office served the community for a long time. It finally closed its doors in 1968.
In Popular Culture
Hushpuckena has even been mentioned in songs!
- The American musician Tom Waits included Hushpuckena in his 1999 song "Pony."
- More recently, the Irish singer-songwriter Hozier mentioned it in his 2023 song “Butchered Tongue.”
Gallery
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Abandoned storefronts in Hushpuckena
