Liberty, MO

About Liberty

• • Brad Pitt attended the University of Missouri-Columbia near Liberty.
• • William Jewell College, located in Liberty, was founded in 1849.
• • It was a key supply point for westward expansion along the Santa Fe, Oregon, and California Trails.
• • Jesse James's first bank robbery occurred in Liberty at the Clay County Savings Association.
• • A major fire in 1855 destroyed a large portion of the downtown area.
• • Named for the concept of freedom, it was established in 1822.
• • It has over 30,000 residents, making it a sizable Kansas City suburb.
• • The city sits 869 feet above sea level, offering slightly higher ground than its neighbors.
• • Healthcare and social assistance provide many jobs for Liberty residents.
• • A strong sense of community and historical pride permeates the atmosphere.
• • The Kansas City Chiefs, a short drive away, won Super Bowl LVII in 2023.
• • William Jewell College's athletic teams have won numerous NAIA championships.

Songs About Liberty