Welcome Letter

Welcome to Liberty !

The city of Liberty is a community with a marvelous legacy. Th e historic Square region includes a multitude of well-preserved homes and landmarks with an array of boutiques, specialty stores and locally owned restaurants. Downtown Liberty is a National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Main Street Communities, one of only a few in Missouri. Th e atmosphere is friendly, casual and nostalgic, making it the perfect place to relax and explore at your own pace.

Liberty is also a modern city with an outstanding future in the northeastern section of the Kansas City metro area. Liberty has benefi ted from over $1 billion in new investment in the past decade and is complimented by the vibrancy of national retailers, independent merchant shops, museums, historic sites and a large variety of eateries. Liberty has the spirit and feel of a small town that off ers the convenience and amenities of a big city.

Mark your calendar this year for a visit to Liberty. Th e city, Liberty Chamber of Commerce and Historic Downtown Liberty, Inc., host a yearlong calendar full of fun, family-friendly events. Visit the historic Jesse James Bank Museum, admire the beautiful statues and sculptures throughout the city or shop at the Historic Downtown Liberty Farmers Market every Saturday in May through October.

Th ere are also an abundance of recreational and cultural activities planned throughout the year. Th ere is always something going on at the Liberty Community Center, Capitol Federal Sports Complex of Liberty and at the many gymnasiums, parks and trails around Liberty. Th e Corbin Th eatre, Symphony Orchestra, Community Chorus and the fi ne arts and athletic departments of William Jewell College and Liberty Public Schools all provide enjoyable events.

Education and health care are proud hallmarks of the Liberty community as well. Th e Liberty Public Schools district is among the fastest growing school districts and is recognized among the top “high performing” districts in Missouri. William Jewell College is an NCAA Division II liberal arts college regularly honored by national publications such as U.S. News & World Report Almost 200 years old and still new

and Forbes. Liberty Hospital is a state-of-theart regional hospital covering all medical specialties. Norterre, a master-planned, multigenerational community development on the hospital campus, includes a wellness center; assisted living and memory care residences; and short-term recovery, rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility.

Liberty is truly a destination. While visiting, check out VisitLibertyMo.com, it's your one stop for events, restaurants and fun things to do for kids and adults in the city. Whatever experience you are looking for, whether it is stopping by for a few hours, visiting for a day or putting down roots, I encourage you to explore Liberty! Proudly, Lyndell Brenton, Mayor

ADDRESSES & WEBSITES The Historic Downtown Liberty, Inc. offi ce serves as a welcome center at 117B N. Main St. Whether you are passing through or live in Liberty, stop by and visit the center. The Liberty Chamber of Commerce, 1170 W. Kansas St., Suite H, is another recommended stop.

For more details about Liberty, visit the following sites: Tourism: Visitlibertymo.com City: Libertymissouri.gov Chamber of Commerce: Libertychamber.com Historic Downtown Liberty Inc.: Historicdowntownliberty.org