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The James Farm

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21216 Jesse James Farm Rd
Kearney, MO 64060
Opens at 9am

Hours

Sun9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Mon9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Tue9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Wed9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Thu9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Fri9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Sat9:00 AM-4:00 PM
+1 (816) 736-8500
http://www.jessejamesmuseum.org

The James Farm, located in Kearney, Missouri, is the birthplace of infamous American outlaw Jesse James. The log cabin farmhouse, built-in 1822, has witnessed generations of James family history, including the birth of Jesse in 1847 and the tragic events that followed.

Visitors can explore the restored home where the legend of Jesse James began, learning about his life as a bank and train robber through exhibits showcasing the world's largest collection of James family artifacts. The tour includes a movie recounting the history of the James brothers and a walk to the farmhouse along the creek where Frank and Jesse played as children.

Operated by the Department of Clay County Historic Sites, The James Farm offers guests a glimpse into the notorious past of the James family. The museum's gift shop provides a variety of souvenir keepsakes, making it a memorable visit for history enthusiasts and those intrigued by the legend of Frank and Jesse James.

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Craig H.
7/4/2023

Craig Hockenberry This stop was like stepping into my childhood! My dad talked about Jesse James around camp fires and night time stories. I always had a interested in him and Frank and the...

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Kai C.
10/6/2024

One of the best single subject museums we've ever visited (and we've visited a lot). A class act. So well done. When you drive up there is the museum portion, which includes multiple rooms and a...

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Valerie H.
7/24/2023

This was much more interesting and informative than expected the museum has a 20 minute video to watch before you go in that has a lot of information I didn't know. The galleries have a ton of...

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Melissa T H.
3/21/2017

Great experience at this historical landmark. Entry prices are reasonable, started with an overview film to set the scene of civil war era, a guided tour of the James Home and interesting room by...

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Claudio C.
8/20/2015

What can you say? This is where the legendary and iconic outlaw grew up and eventually was buried. To think he ran around this farm, played and lived here is incredible. His tombstone is amazing...

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