Methodist Episcopal Church Founded 1822

This small frame church was built circa 1842 and is one of the oldest remaining buildings in Liberty. It is build of brick and stucco and has served several uses. In 1855 it became part of the Clay Seminary, an all girls school. One of its most famous students was Carrie Nation the leader of the temperance movement. Later uses include a Christian Science church and a private residence. In 1987 the building was remodeled for the current use as the office of the Liberty Area Chamber of Commerce.

Marker is on Leonard Street 0.1 miles south of Kansas Street, on the right when traveling north.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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