Timber, Missouri facts for kids

Timber is a small place in the northern part of Shannon County, in the state of Missouri. It's located in the beautiful Ozarks region, which is known for its hills and forests. Timber is an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. You can find Timber along Missouri Route 19, just south of another small place called Shannondale.

What's the Story of Timber?

The area known as Timber has a history tied to its name. A post office was opened here in 1894. A post office is where people send and receive mail. This post office served the community for many years, until it closed in 1954. The community was given the name Timber because there were huge areas of trees, or "timber," all around the original settlement.