Gipson is an unincorporated community in Scott County, in the U.S. state of Arkansas.[1]

History

Gipson was founded ca. 1887, and named after James Gipson, a pioneer settler.[2] A post office called Gipson was established in 1887, and remained in operation until 1902.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Gipson, Arkansas
  2. Gipson from the Encyclopedia of Arkansas History and Culture. Retrieved 7 July 2019.
  3. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved July 7, 2019.

34°53′54″N 94°23′14″W / 34.89833°N 94.38722°W / 34.89833; -94.38722


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