“Jim Bridger” A consummate mountain man and trapper.
The Old Spring” An Indian boy and pioneer girl gather water at the spring located in this place. SERMON CENTER 201 N. Dodgion
Call of the West – The frontiersman of the early 19th century. Not a specific fur trapper, but representative of the kind of person it took to do such a job. CORNER OF PLEASANT AND LEXINGTON
Captain Harry – Not relevant to our brand, but part the historic statues around the square. Depicts Harry Truman as a Captain in WW1.
“Harry’s First Job” (not relevant) a depiction of Harry Truman’s first job at Clinton’s Soda Shop on Main street
“Overland Stage” Depicts the era of stagecoach transport across the West.
“President Andrew Jackson” Relevant to our brand as policy maker to the forced removal of Native Americans into the west, known as “Trail of Tears”. The pictures in this grouping are from the original statue in front of the Kansas City Jackson County Courthouse and the other two are in front of the Independence Courthouse.
“Swords for Plowshares” Location at the Community of Christ Temple. Mormons have found their zion in Independence, and can make their home here.
“Pioneer woman and child” Location: 318 W. Pacific. She looks to the future, as the baby looks to her.
“Madonna” (not relevant to our brand) location at St. Mary’s Church on Liberty.
