Way, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Way, Mississippi
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 Way, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Way, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Madison |
| Elevation | 210 ft (60 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
39046
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| Area code(s) | 601 |
| GNIS feature ID | 679398 |
Way is a small, quiet community in Madison County, Mississippi. It is an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own city government. Instead, it's part of the larger county area. Way is located about 9 miles (14.5 km) north of a bigger town called Canton. It is also part of the Jackson Metropolitan Statistical Area, connecting it to the main city of Jackson.
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A Look Back at Way's History
Way has an interesting past, especially for a small community. It is located along the Grenada Railroad, which was an important way to travel and move goods a long time ago.
Post Office History
The community had a post office that opened a long time ago.
- From 1858 to 1895, it was known as "Way's Bluff."
- Then, from 1895 to 1968, its name was simply "Way."
This shows how the community's name changed over time.
Population in the Past
In the year 1900, Way was a very small place. It had a population of only 36 people. This gives us an idea of how tiny the community was more than a hundred years ago.
The Allison's Wells Hotel
Way was once home to a famous place called the Allison's Wells Hotel.
- People described it as a grand and beautiful building.
- It even had a large ballroom where events and dances could be held.
In 1948, a group called the Mississippi Art Colony started meeting at this hotel. Artists would gather there to create and share their work. Sadly, the hotel was destroyed by a fire in 1963.
Modern Centers in Way
Today, Way is home to two important centers that are part of the Episcopal diocese (a religious organization):
- Camp Bratton-Green
- The Gray Center
These places often host camps, meetings, and events for the community and the church.
