Visit the bank where America’s first daylight robbery played out in Liberty. Set within the Kansas City Metropolitan Area, Liberty combines unique urban attractions with beautiful parks, gardens and public spaces. Stroll around the historic downtown district filled with red-brick buildings and tour a winery housed in a former Odd Fellows residence.
Things to do in Liberty
Admire handsome red-brick buildings in Historic Downtown Liberty. Many are reimagined as trendy boutiques, cafes and mom-and-pop stores. Sample local ales at the craft brewery and visit the landmark Jesse James Bank Museum, where America’s first daylight robbery unfolded in the 1860s. Inside you can see antiques, vintage banking equipment and “wanted” posters featuring Jesse James.
Stroll through the vineyards at Belvoir Winery located in the charming Odd Fellows Home District. Built in the Jacobean-Revival style, the magnificent red-brick estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The winery is a popular wedding destination that adopts a rustic meets luxurious aesthetic. Sample wines made with locally grown Missouri grapes, including full-bodied reds with violet bouquets and crisp whites with subtle oak aromas.
Visit the Liberty Jail Historic Site and learn about the legacy of Joseph Smith, one of the most famous inmates. Smith founded the Mormon Church in the 1800s and was held in Liberty Jail after being accused of treason. Guided tours bring the unique history of the jail and its prisoners to life.
Spot more than 150 species of birds in the Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary. Stretch your legs on scenic woodland trails and discover a wonderland of ponds, creeks and flower-filled meadows. Enrich your visit with hands-on workshops spotlighting flora, fauna and conservation.
Getting around Liberty
Historic Downtown Liberty is compact and easy to get around on foot. The city is in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area, a 20-minute drive from the city centre and 30 minutes from Kansas City International Airport. Rental cars are the best way to visit Liberty and explore surrounding sights and attractions at your own pace.