Conception is a census-designated place in southeastern Nodaway County, Missouri, United States. Conception has frequently been noted on lists of unusual place names.

History

Conception was built up chiefly by Irish Catholics. The community was named for the Catholic dogma of Immaculate Conception. A post office called Conception has been in operation since 1864.

Geography

Conception is about 11 mi southeast of Maryville on U.S. Route 136 and approximately 6 miles northeast of Guilford. It is part of the Tri-C Area being 1.5 miles south of Conception Junction and two miles southwest of Clyde. Conception is home to Conception Abbey.

Demographics