Saxton, Missouri facts for kids

Saxton is a small, quiet place located in Buchanan County, in the state of Missouri, United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a settled area that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's governed directly by Buchanan County.

History of Saxton

Early Days and the Post Office

Saxton got its start a long time ago. A post office was opened there in 1872. Back then, post offices were super important! They were the main way people sent and received letters, news, and even packages. Imagine trying to send a message without email or phones – the post office was key! This post office served the community for many years, helping people connect with others far away. It finally closed its doors in 1938.

How Saxton Got Its Name

The community of Saxton was named after a person named Albe M. Saxton. He was the original owner of the land where the community grew. It was common for new places to be named after the people who first owned or developed the land.