Spencerburg, Missouri facts for kids

Spencerburg is a small place located in Pike County, Missouri, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's part of the larger county area.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings that are not officially part of a city or town. People living in these areas usually get their services, like police and fire protection, from the county government. Spencerburg is one such community in Missouri.

A Look Back: Spencerburg's History

Spencerburg was officially mapped out and planned in 1836. This process is called "platting," which means creating a detailed map of land, showing streets, lots, and other features. The community got its name from a nearby stream called Spencer Creek.

For a while, the name was spelled a bit differently, as "Spencersburg." In 1837, a post office opened in Spencersburg. A post office is where people send and receive mail. It was an important place for communication and connecting people in the area. This post office served the community for many years before it finally closed down in 1903.