Harrisonville, city in Cass County, Missouri, United States
Harrisonville is a city in Cass County, Missouri, located about 40 miles from the center of Kansas City. Its downtown features historic streets lined with buildings from different periods, while newer development extends into surrounding areas.
The first settlers arrived around 1830, and the town was officially formed in 1837. After the Civil War and the destruction from Order No. 11, the railroad in the 1880s helped restore the economy, followed by highways in the early 20th century that spurred growth.
The town's name honors Albert G. Harrison, a Missouri representative from the early days. The historic downtown preserves buildings from the 1800s and reflects how residents continue to value their local roots.
The city is easily reached by car through modern highways that connect to Kansas City. Visitors can walk through the historic downtown streets and should allow time to explore the central areas where most buildings of interest are located.
The city was struck by the Panic of 1893 when banks closed, but the courthouse was rebuilt in 1897 as a sign of resilience. This reconstruction after the crisis shows how the community responded to hardship.
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