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St. Joseph

The Pony Express launched its famous mail service on Apr. 3, 1860, from St. Joseph to Sacramento, Calif. Riders traveled the 10-day route twice a week.

Notorious outlaw Jesse James lived quietly with his family in St. Joseph, where he was known as the mild-mannered, respected Mr. Howard. He was killed in 1882 by fellow gang member Bob Ford, whose brother Charles claimed the $10,000 reward.

The Buchanan County Courthouse, 411 Jules St., originally was constructed at Fifth and Felix streets in 1873. During the Centennial Exhibition of 1876, the classical Renaissance building was called one of the most outstanding buildings in the country. Its exterior is lighted at night; the interior houses county offices.

Visitor Centers

St. Joseph Convention & Visitors Bureau 911 Frederick Ave. St. Joseph, MO 64501. Phone:(816)233-6688 or (800)785-0360

Things to Do

The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art

The Glore Psychiatric Museum

The Black Archives Museum

St. Joseph Museum

Krug Park

Patee House Museum

Jesse James Home

Pony Express National Museum

Remington Nature Center of St. Joseph

Robidoux Row Museum

The Wyeth-Tootle Mansion

GAMBLING ESTABLISHMENTS

St. Jo Frontier Casino

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