Stultz, Missouri facts for kids

Stultz is a small, unincorporated community located in the southern part of Texas County, Missouri. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. This quiet area is found near a small stream that flows into Elk Creek. It's about 2.3 miles east-southeast of another community called Elk Creek.

Exploring the History of Stultz

How Stultz Got Its Name

The community of Stultz was named after an important early settler in the area. His name was Lamech Stultz. Pioneers like Lamech Stultz often helped to establish new settlements and communities as people moved across the United States.

The Stultz Post Office

For many years, Stultz had its own post office. This post office first opened in 1887. Having a post office was very important for small communities back then. It was how people sent and received letters, packages, and news. The Stultz post office served the community for a long time, finally closing its doors in 1941.