liberty square opened as part of the magic kingdom and walt disney world's grand opening on october 1, 1971 as one of the original six themed lands. it is located in the northwest corner, bordering fantasyland and frontierland. the square also has bridges to the park's central hub, as well as adventureland. forming its western border is the rivers of america, on which the liberty belle travels. it is also the smallest land by guest area in the magic kingdom.