Jacksonville, Sullivan County, Missouri facts for kids

Jacksonville is a small, unincorporated community located in Sullivan County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. An unincorporated community means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's usually managed by the county.

History of Jacksonville

Jacksonville has a simple but interesting history. It was once known by a slightly different name: "Jacksons Corners." This name tells us a bit about how the community started.

Early Days and the Post Office

The community got its start with a post office. A post office called Jackson's Corners was first opened in 1856. This was an important place for people to send and receive mail in the mid-1800s. The post office stayed open for about 20 years, closing its doors in 1876.

How Jacksonville Got Its Name

The name "Jacksonville" comes from an early resident and postmaster named Branson Jackson. He was an important person in the community's early days. It was common for places to be named after important families or individuals who helped establish them.