Rara Avis, Mississippi facts for kids
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Rara Avis, Mississippi
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 Rara Avis, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Rara Avis, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Itawamba |
| Elevation | 515 ft (157 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 706266 |
Rara Avis is a ghost town located in Itawamba County, Mississippi. It is about 0.5 miles (0.8 km) west of the Alabama state line. A ghost town is a place where most people have left.
What is Rara Avis?
Rara Avis was settled in 1850. The name "Rara Avis" comes from Latin. It means "rare bird." This unique name might have been chosen for a special reason.
Early Days of Rara Avis
In 1900, the town had a population of 100 people. This means 100 people called Rara Avis home. A post office was opened in 1902. This helped people send and receive letters and packages.
Famous People from Rara Avis
A notable person born in Rara Avis was James Garvin Chastain Sr. He was born there in 1853. Mr. Chastain became an author and a Baptist missionary. Missionaries are people who travel to share their beliefs.
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