James Brothers' House and Farm
James Brothers' House and Farm, Historic farmhouse in Kearney, Missouri
The James Brothers' House consists of an 1822 log section with a later wood-frame addition forming a T-shaped dwelling on 49.9 acres of land.
The farmhouse gained recognition as the birthplace of Jesse James in 1847 and his brother Frank James, who later became notorious figures in American Western history.
Clay County operates this property as a house museum displaying artifacts from the James family, including Jesse's boots and Frank's surrender letter.
Located 2.25 miles east of Kearney, the site offers educational tours through the original farmhouse and grounds where the James brothers spent their early years.
Zerelda James, the brothers' mother, initiated the property's tourism by conducting tours and selling rocks from Jesse's original burial site on the grounds.
Location: Missouri
GPS coordinates: 39.39333,-94.32167
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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