Patee House Museum And Jesse James Homes

The Patee House Museum and Jesse James Home, operated by the Pony Express Historical Association, aims to showcase the rich history of St. Joseph, Missouri, from the era of the Pony Express and Jesse James through the 1920s using authentic artifacts in historically significant buildings. The Patee House, established in 1858, served as the headquarters for the Pony Express and has been recognized as a National Historic Landmark since 1965. The Jesse James Home, located just north of Patee House, is the site where the infamous outlaw was shot and killed in 1883, now situated on the museum's grounds. Additional attractions include a Japanese tea house and a vintage carousel, enhancing the museum's offerings of historical and cultural significance. Generated from the website