Liberty, County seat in Clay County, Missouri, United States.
Liberty is the county seat of Clay County in Missouri, situated in the Kansas City metropolitan area. The city features residential neighborhoods alongside historic commercial streets centered around Courthouse Square, which serves as the administrative and cultural heart.
The city was established in 1822 and named after Henry Clay, a prominent congressman who later became Secretary of State. This founding positioned it as an important administrative center for the Missouri region.
The downtown district reflects its Wild West heritage through period buildings that now serve as shops and gathering places, connecting residents and visitors to the area's past.
Visitors can find county services and information at the Clay County Courthouse located at Courthouse Square, at the corner of Kansas Avenue and Water Street. This central location offers convenient parking and easy access to nearby shops and restaurants.
The first recorded daylight bank robbery in American history took place here in 1866, carried out by the James brothers. This notorious incident has left a lasting mark on the town's connection to Wild West history.
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