Ten mineral springs were brought together in this building in 1935 under WPA project #5252 on the site of the original spring. The cost was more than one million dollars. The Hall of Waters houses City Hall and host the world's longest mineral . . . — — Map (db m90755) HM
All of the mineral springs brought together in this building in 1935 under W.P.A. on the site of the original spring. The cost was more than one million dollars. It is unique with the world's longest mineral water bar. — — Map (db m162679) HM
In 1824, William Allen, of Howard County, Missouri, applied for and received a land patent for the original 80 acres of land and later purchased additional land where the Atkins-Johnson Farm is today. Soon after, 130 acres of the land was sold to . . . — — Map (db m252138) HM
Log house of two rooms built by J.Z. Atkins in 1826 on an original land grant. Remodeled during the 86 years in this family. One of the county's best-preserved pioneer houses. Home of the Johnsons since 1922. — — Map (db m252136) HM
The initial inhabitants of Gladstone were Native Americans of the Missouri Osage, Blackhawk, Fox and Sac tribes. The first settlers came from Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia and South Carolina. In the 1880's, W. E. Winner bought three 80-acre farms, . . . — — Map (db m252139) HM
Old Pike Road is the oldest, most westerly, north-south road in Clay County. Starting at Kawsmouth on the north bank of the Missouri River in Harlem it ran north, skirting on the east an old river scar the settlers called the slough bank, until it . . . — — Map (db m252107) HM
Platte Purchase Drive marks the site of the western border of the United States from 1821, when Missouri became a state, until 1837. Unlike today, the western border of Missouri was a straight line north from the confluence of the Missouri and . . . — — Map (db m252142) HM
"The Antioch Congregation was organized as a Christain Church (Disciples of Christ) in September 1853 by Moses Easterly Lard (1818-1880), Pastor of the Liberty Christain [sic] Church in Missouri. Its first 'Meeting House', a one room building, and . . . — — Map (db m86636) HM
Congregation established in 1853 by Rev. Moses E. Lard as Christian Church. Building constructed 1859. Has served since as worship and social center. Reorganized as Community Church 1930. Building moved and [illegible] by Antioch Church Historical . . . — — Map (db m86639) HM
Congregation formed in 1853 as Antioch Christian Church.
This building erected in 1859. Restored by Antioch Community Church Historical Society, organized December 1964 with Hugh P. Loughrey founding president.
[Additional plaque . . . — — Map (db m86640) HM
dedicated cemetery dating to the earliest days of Clay County. Many pioneers are buried here including James Crowley, a Revolutionary soldier. — — Map (db m140837) HM
This historic aviation facility is named in honor of longtime medical pathologist, Jackson County coroner, judge, and Mayor of Kansas City, Missouri, Charles B. Wheeler. In appreciation of his dedication to air service expansion for the people of . . . — — Map (db m58406) HM
In 1927 led the city's airport development program and personally laid the framework for the network of air transport routes which today make Kansas City the Air Hub of the Nation. — — Map (db m58407) HM
Homeplace settled by Elbridge Arnold in 1838, home built in 1856. Family home of William A. Crouch 1922 until it became the home of Edwin Yancey Crouch in 1940. — — Map (db m49819) HM
Dedicated
September 26, 1993
to the memory of
Howard Porter
October 1, 1916 March 9, 1945
WWII Army Air Force Veteran
Killed in Action March 9, 1945
"Greater love than this, no man hath,
than that he lay down . . . — — Map (db m287126) WM
Home of Rev. Robert James, Baptist minister who came here in 1840. Son Jesse was born here and with his brother Frank, were involved with the Bushwhackers in criminal escapades until Jesse was killed in 1882. Frank surrendered and lived with his . . . — — Map (db m59638) HM
This farm established by Walthus L. Watkins, centered around his woolen factory built 1860-1861. It operated for 40 years with mass production machines. This farm (Bethany) also boasted a grist mill, flour mill and saw mill, church and octagonal . . . — — Map (db m46134) HM
Mount Olivet Cemetery was established
in 1868 by pioneers who organized the
Mount Olive Church in the John Sleet Major
home on December 25, 1856.
The original church structure was built in the northwest corner
of Uriel Cave's field in . . . — — Map (db m287157) HM
On July 5th, 1836, Andrew Hixon and wife, Ann, conveyed by Warranty Deed to the "Town of Liberty" Trustees for $30, one acre, "for the purpose of a public burying ground". Used as such before the 1825 settlement of Liberty. "The Old Graveyard", . . . — — Map (db m68263) HM
This property
built in c.1894
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68153) HM
This property
built in c.1880
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68188) HM
This property
built in 1885
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68129) HM
This property
built in c.1875
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68189) HM
This property
built in 1885
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68127) HM
This property
built in c. 1877;1915
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68190) HM
This property built in c.1886
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68157) HM
This property built in c.1875
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68187) HM
While living on this site in the 1830's, Alexander Doniphan championed the Constitutional rights of an oppressed people to ensure their religious freedom. He helped create Caldwell County as a refuge for the Mormons in 1836 and refused to carry out . . . — — Map (db m68243) HM
Kate Katie Atchison Gordon Nelson (1877 1953)
Kate Katie Atchison Gordon Nelson was born in Liberty, Missouri in 1877. Descendants claimed that she told her family that her biological father was David Rice Atchison, the proslavery . . . — — Map (db m274429) HM
In September of 1861, Liberty and Clay County briefly became a focal point during the American Civil War in Missouri. Near this site, the Battle of Liberty was a decisive victory achieved by the pro-Southern Missouri State Guard against Union . . . — — Map (db m245595) HM
Built by Daniel Bell in 1858, an impressive ante-bellum mansion, restored by present owner, Donald Pharis, who also re-erected an early day log cabin here from nearby Richmond. — — Map (db m80964) HM
This property built in c.1895
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993
Formerly the Messick Hotel, was purchased by Sterling Price Boggess in 1902 and operated . . . — — Map (db m68155) HM
Jesse Dodd, Sr.
(1906-1992)
A Liberty entrepreneur, Jesse Dodd, Sr. was the son of Robert and Anna Belle Dodd, who settled in Clay County during the Great Migration from Bowling Green, Kentucky. Jesse completed his education at Garrison . . . — — Map (db m274075) HM
Fairview Cemetery/New Hope Cemetery
Fairview Cemetery was established in 1858 and so named because it overlooked what once were the communitys fairgrounds (to the south). Those fairgrounds were acquired by the City of Liberty in 1901 and . . . — — Map (db m273777) HM
"Not everyone can be famous but everybody can be great because greatness is determined by service. You only need a heart full of grace and a soul generated by love." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
In September 1948, the Clay County Horse Show Association needed a facility to host their annual shows. In cooperation with the Liberty Chamber of Commerce, they proposed) purchasing a 12 acre tract that would be deeded to the city as a park. In . . . — — Map (db m273027) HM
Jewell Hall was used as a hospital and barracks and this hill was fortified by Federal troops under Col. John Scott after their defeat at the Battle of Blue Mills Ferry, Sept. 17, 1861. A line of rifle pits was thrown up from the present location of . . . — — Map (db m45555) HM
[Front]
"Come, drink, all who thirst for freedom: The water fountain will no longer separate us as a people."
During the Civil War era, one of every four Clay County residents was of African descent. Although sold in slave auctions and . . . — — Map (db m68207) HM
Memorial to the
Veterans of the American Revolution
who once resided in Clay County
James Arnold William Boydston Samuel Brown Robert Burnside William C. Corum James Crowley Joel Estes Henry Green Thomas Holland John . . . — — Map (db m68270) WM
This property built in 1935-36
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68186) HM
Drugstore built in 1877 by Daniel Hughes. Owned by Wm. Goodson after 1908. Operated by Joseph Simmons until 1945, then by Clarence Ferril. Purchased from Goodson estate complete with furnishings by Historical Museum in 1965. Walnut cabinets are . . . — — Map (db m68128) HM
Clay Countys Roll of Honor
J.D. Jack · William Edward Blevins ·
James Phillip Irminger · Coleby C. Cowherd-Corp. ·
Clyde Gustine · Seldon Howe Murray-Corp. ·
Earl D. Chanslor · Stanley Barnett ·
Carl Fred Musbach · Jasper A. . . . — — Map (db m281872) WM
was born Dec. 24, 1786
Died in Clay Co. Mo. Oct. 24, 1847
Col. commanding 28 Regt, 3 Brig.
1st Div. Mo. Militia from
1824 to 1829 on the
extreme western border of Mo.
during the Indian troubles.
He represented Clay Co. in the . . . — — Map (db m68107) HM WM
Erected in honor of the
Confederate Soldiers
of Clay County, Mo.
1904.
In memory of the
Daughters of the Confederacy
of Clay County, Mo.
This monument erected through
the liberality of citizens of
Clay County was concived . . . — — Map (db m68105) WM
From circa 1830 until 1925 a house stood on this site once occupied by Alexander W. Doniphan. A native Kentuckian, Doniphan practiced law in Clay County for 30 years, defended the Mormons, and founded William Jewell College. During the Mexican War . . . — — Map (db m81735) HM
Originally John Owens' log tavern near Liberty Spring. Used for court sessions until 1831, when the permanent court house was built on the square.
Bicentennial 1976 — — Map (db m68310) HM
This property
built in 1923
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68130) HM
From Chattel to Citizens 1822-1865
Libertys white settlers came primarily from the southern states of Kentucky, Virginia and Tennessee, and the use of enslaved workers was common in Clay County from the time of its organization in 1822. . . . — — Map (db m273914) HM
In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson buys the Louisiana Purchase from France for $15 million. It remains one of the greatest acquisitions in American history. In 1804, Jefferson sent Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to explore and map the . . . — — Map (db m68373) HM
This property built in 1940
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68235) HM
Following statehood in 1821, the education of enslaved and free African Americans was discouraged in Missouri. Abolitionist literature and the fear of possible revolts by the enslaved led the Missouri General Assembly to pass a literacy law in . . . — — Map (db m252168) HM
Born in Mason Co. Ky.
July 3, 1808,
and died at Richmond Mo.
Aug. 8, 1887
An orator, jurist, statesman,
soldier and a Christian
———————
Colonel commanding the United
States troops at the . . . — — Map (db m68106) HM WM
"Steamboat Gothic" design, circa 1870's. Owned by Manheim Goldman, the first permanent Jewish settler in the metropolitan area who operated a store in Liberty. Twice Mayor of Liberty, a founder and chief benefactor of the Odd Fellows Home. . . . — — Map (db m68239) HM
This plaque was presented to
the church December, 1963,
in memory of
Mr. Hadley Brown (1887-1962),
who helped to construct
this building in 1918. — — Map (db m68266) HM
Betty Lou was family to so much of Liberty, and beloved by so many of Liberty's animals. She spent nearly a decade creating relationships with Liberty's pets and caring for them in very personable ways through her business All Your Pets. In the hope . . . — — Map (db m273225) HM
In 1849 William Jewell College was founded by Dr. William Jewell under the auspices of the Missouri Baptist Convention. Jewell Hall is on the National Register of Historic Places. Liberty Ladies College, a private college for women, was opened in . . . — — Map (db m68314) HM
This trail follows the original route of the Kansas City, Clay County and St. Joseph Railroad through Westboro-Canterbury Park. The "Interurban" provided commuter and freight service to this area beginning January 21, 1913.
Located just . . . — — Map (db m245220) HM
This portion of the Westboro-Canterbury Greenway Trail originally served as the right-of-way for the Kansas City, Clay County and St. Joseph Railroad. The "Interurban" was a passenger and freight rail system that operated from 1913-1933 on two . . . — — Map (db m245169) HM
Built in 1858, only ante-bellum building remaining on the square. Originally housed a branch of the Farmer's Bank. Scene of first daylight robbery in 1866, supposedly by James-Younger gang. Restored to original appearance by Jack Wymore. . . . — — Map (db m68210) HM
John Dougherty, a wealthy landowner and Indian agent, stands before his Little Dixie plantation, Multnomah. Dougherty witnessed the area's early history unfold between his birth in 1791 and his death in 1860. As depicted in these ceramic murals, . . . — — Map (db m68269) HM
Built in 1905 for William Jewell College by St. Louis business owner A.D. Brown. First occupants were Dr. John Priest Greene and Elizabeth Wikoff Greene. Dr. Greene was the longest-serving president of the College: 1892-1920 and 1921-1923. — — Map (db m152619) HM
Col. John Thornton, Elisha Cameron and James Gilmore served as the county's first administrative judges. They met at Owen's Tavern until a brick courthouse was built and later burns. In 1869, a second courthouse was constructed. A wooden statue . . . — — Map (db m68275) HM
An Interurban Train Depot once stood just east of this location. Erected in January 1913 by the Kansas City, Clay County and St. Joseph Railway, the depot served as a terminal for passenger and freight service as part of an electric railway that . . . — — Map (db m68244) HM
The Clay County Fine Arts Council commissioned this mural in commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery expedition.
The artist's version shows the expedition stopping at sundown to set camp along a bend in . . . — — Map (db m68309) HM
Early border town, prominent trading and outfitting center, and one of the farthest northwest of U. S. towns to be based on southern culture and economy. Settled about 1820, mainly by southern pioneers, the town became the seat of justice for . . . — — Map (db m81749) HM
The Missouri Depot, a Federal post more commonly known as Liberty Arsenal, sat on the bluffs a quarter-mile southwest of this marker and above the nearby Liberty Landing to the southeast. The arsenal, built in 1838, received munitions and supplies . . . — — Map (db m252181) HM
This monument commemorates "Juneteenth," a celebration of the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation on June 19, 1865, slaves received word that they were officially free, thus we celebrate "Juneteenth" on June 19th every year as African American . . . — — Map (db m274238) HM
This property built in 1923
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of Interior
1993 — — Map (db m68211) HM
Site of Liberty Jail built in 1833 and used by Clay County in 1856. Joseph Smith and associates held here awaiting trial in 1838-39. Restored as a Historic Site by the Mormon Church in 1963. — — Map (db m90343) HM
Organized in 1829, first building on this site in 1852, present one in 1888. Additions follow the same architectural pattern. This was the first "Old School" Presbyterian in the County. — — Map (db m68241) HM
Established by Robert Hugh Miller in 1846, and continually published since. Oldest weekly newspaper west of the Mississippi River. Has had several locations. Bought by Townsend Publications. — — Map (db m68212) HM
Built in 1852 by Major Alvan Lightburne as his private residence. This 24 room Greek Revival plantation home is one of Northwest Missouris largest surviving antebellum mansions. Union soldiers camped on the grounds during the Civil War. Restored in . . . — — Map (db m46678) HM
A pupil of Mary Lyon,
Mt. Holyoke Seminary, Mass.
Twenty-five years a teacher in
Central and Western Mo., and
with her husband, James Love,
A.D. 1855, founded Clay Seminary — — Map (db m68110) HM
From 1913 to 1933, the Kansas City, Clay County & St. Joseph (KCCC&SJ) Railway provided high-speed electric rail service, linking Kansas City with North Kansas City, Liberty, and Excelsior Springs. This commuter and freight railroad was commonly . . . — — Map (db m284431) HM
The undulations in the ground behind this plaque mark the site of the mass burial of 17 men killed at the Battle of Liberty on September 17, 1861. These Federal soldiers came to Liberty to prevent Confederates from joining General Price at the seige . . . — — Map (db m45569) HM
In 1973, a compassionate vision ignited a movement. Bill Riggs, a minister at Second Baptist Church, witnessed firsthand the struggles of elderly congregants who were going hungry.
Inspired by their plight, he and a dedicated group of . . . — — Map (db m273127) HM
This small frame church was built circa 1842 and is one of the oldest remaining buildings in Liberty. It is build of brick and stucco and has served several uses. In 1855 it became part of the Clay Seminary, an all girls school. One of its most . . . — — Map (db m45678) HM
Clay County offers a variety of interesting choices for visitors. History buffs can visit the Jesse James farm in Kearney, the Elms Hotel, once a popular mineral water destination in Excelsior Springs, the Woolen Mill at Watkins Mill State Park and . . . — — Map (db m68365) HM
John Jack Houston
(1858-1934)
John Jack Houston, pioneer patriarch of the Houston family, was born in North Carolina and migrated to Liberty during the 1870s. In 1878, he traveled to Sandusky, Ohio to marry Elvira Ella Savage, whose . . . — — Map (db m274433) HM
Prince Hall Masons Lodge
No. 37 F. & A.M.
The origin of the Liberty African American Lodge #37 F. & A.M. began in 1877 with the issue of its charger by the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Missouri, Free & Accepted Masons. The . . . — — Map (db m274544) HM
With the faith and courage of
their forefathers who made
possible the freedom of these
United States
The Boy Scouts of America
Dedicate this copy of the
Statue of Liberty as a pledge
of everlasting fidelity and
loyalty
40th . . . — — Map (db m68481) HM
Believed built by Graham Hughes 1849. Brick kitchen added 1860, interior woodwork 1880. Owned by Wynoop Kiersted, Civil Engineer 1903-1934 and by descendants until 1959. Present owners are Mr. and Mrs. Howard Pavelchek. — — Map (db m46577) HM
Ruth Moore Ewing, born ca. 1800 in North
Carolina, was one of Liberty's first citizens,
coming to this area with her grandfather Andrew
Robertson before it was a town. In 1824 she
married neighboring farmer John D. Ewing, and
together they . . . — — Map (db m281468) HM
Ruth Powell Moore was born in 1908 in Fulton, Mo. While studying education at the University of Missouri, she met Liberty teacher Kenneth Moore. The two were married in 1943 and moved to 327 Morse in Liberty. Ruth became the district's first school . . . — — Map (db m273222) HM
In 1974 a local citizen who wished to remain anonymous offered 56 acres of farmland to the City of Liberty for a park. The gift was matched by the purchase of the adjoining 56 acres with a grant from the US Department of the Interior. This . . . — — Map (db m272557) HM
Mineral waters were tapped as an economic and health benefit in the 1936 dedication of the Hall of Waters in Excelsior Springs. Early Plains Indians had built communities within the county. In hopes to preserve their legacy, archeologist and . . . — — Map (db m68321) HM
In 1860 Watkins Mill became the first industry in Clay County. Major industries that followed were Cook Paint and Varnish in 1913, Ralston Purina Company in 1940's and the Claycomo Ford Assembly Plant in 1951. The ASB Bridge was built in 1912 . . . — — Map (db m68311) HM
Organized in 1875 by Rev. Jesse Mills. First church built in 1876. Present structure dedicated 1942 under pastorate Rev. A.G. Thurman, who also supervised construction. 104th anniversary celebrated 1979 under Rev. Jack Wills. — — Map (db m68240) HM
To meet the needs of an increasing population, Antioch Shopping Center was built in 1955. The Northland Fountain, dedicated in 1983, and Tryst Falls provide beauty and enjoyment to many. — — Map (db m68322) HM
James A. Gay
(1882-1985)
Professor (Prof.) James A. Gay, centenarian and principal of Garrison School for 22 years, was born in Fayette, Georgia, the son of Felix and China Gay. His grandfather was the son of a white plantation owner who . . . — — Map (db m274675) HM
“The Deer in the Morning & evening are feeding in great numbers on the banks of the River, they feed on young willow, and amuse themselves running on the open beeches or points.” William Clark, June 25, 1804.
The Lewis and . . . — — Map (db m46694) HM
The Liberty Landing, also known as Baxters Landing, located at the base of the bluffs one half mile west of Missouri 291 Highway, played a significant role in the history and development of Liberty, Missouri as well as Clay County. In use from 1829 . . . — — Map (db m46604) HM
Samuel C. Houston, the first African American City Councilman in Liberty, Missouri organized a committee of community volunteers to host Juneteenth in Clay County on June 17, 1989 in Bennett Park. It was the first Juneteenth celebration held in a . . . — — Map (db m273128) HM
Rumors of a Confederate Invasion which would include the burning of Liberty and a raid on Fort Leavenworth resulted in the fortifying of this hill in April, 1862. Doors from nearby homes were used to line the trench across the hill. This marker is . . . — — Map (db m46619) HM
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