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For Immediate Release: August 15, 2007Contact: Laren Mahoney , 816-691-3851 | Alan Carr, 816-691-3829
The Kansas City area is a gateway to history. Uncover the world's largest collection of pre-civil war artifacts at the Arabia Steamboat Museum. Relive the life of a famous outlaw at the Jesse James Farm and Museum and the Jesse James Bank Museum. The westward trails started in nearby Independence, Mo. Relive the journey at the National Frontier Trails Museum. While there, follow in the footsteps of a President at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Museum and Library or the Truman Home.
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Arabia Steamboat Museum, exhibits Caption: The Arabia Steamboat Museum is home to the world's largest collection of pre-Civil War artifacts. This image is not available for download. Download: Click here to request image.
Jesse James Bank Museum, exterior Caption: This bank in Liberty was the site of the first daylight bank robbery during peacetime, which was attributed to the James gang. Download: Low-Res; High-Res
Jesse James Farm Home, grave and home Caption: This home where Frank and Jesse James grew up features Jesse's original gravesite. Download: Low-Res; High-Res
Truman (Harry S) Home Caption: This 1885 Victorian mansion was known as the summer White House during the Harry S. Truman administration. This image is not available for download. Download: Click here to request image.
Truman Presidential Museum & Library Caption: Independence, Missouri is home to the Harry S. Truman Presidential Museum & Library. Download: Low-Res; High-Res
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