Maple City, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Maple City, Kansas
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 Maple City, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Maple City, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Cowley |
| Elevation | 1,342 ft (409 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67102
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-44475 |
| GNIS ID | 484425 |
Maple City is a small place in Kansas, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a town that does not have its own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, it is part of the larger Cowley County.
A Look Back: Maple City's History
Maple City has been around for a long time! One important part of its early days was the opening of its post office. This happened on December 16, 1872. A post office was a very important place back then. It helped people send and receive letters and packages. It also connected the community to the rest of the country.
Learning in Maple City
Kids in Maple City go to school through the Dexter USD 471 public school district. A school district is a group that manages schools in a certain area. This district makes sure students have teachers, classrooms, and learning materials. It helps young people in Maple City get a good education.
Famous Faces from Maple City
Even small communities can have famous people! Ferrell Anderson was born in Maple City. He became a professional baseball player. He played in Major League Baseball, which is the highest level of professional baseball in North America. He was a catcher for teams like the Brooklyn Dodgers and the St. Louis Cardinals.
