Martinstown, Missouri facts for kids

Martinstown is a small place in Putnam County, Missouri. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. It's located in the southeastern part of Missouri, a state in the United States.

Where is Martinstown?

Martinstown is easy to find on a map. It sits right where two roads meet: Missouri Route 149 and Missouri Route W. If you travel about four miles east, you will find Worthington. This town is close to the line between Putnam and Schuyler counties. Another town, Unionville, is about 14 miles to the northeast.

History of Martinstown

Martinstown has a history that goes back to the 1800s. The community was officially mapped out and divided into lots in 1857. This process is called "platting." It means someone created a detailed map showing all the streets and property lines.

The community was named after a man named Neal Martin. He was an important person in the area, serving as a local judge. In the same year, 1857, a post office was opened in Martinstown. This allowed people to send and receive mail. The post office served the community for many years. It stayed open until 1900, when it finally closed down.