Atchison, Kansas
Scenic Views
Views of the Missouri River, its bluffs and valley are dramatic every season of the year.
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Scenic Views
Views of the Missouri River, its bluffs and valley are dramatic every season of the year.
... Many of Atchison's founding fathers, who were also prominent Kansans of the time, are buried in this historic hilltop cemetery.
Atchison, KS CemeteriesSt. Patrick's is the oldest Catholic structure in continous use in Kansas by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kansas City. In the spring of 1857, St. Patrick's was established by Rev. Augustine Wirth, O.S.B. The first church was erected in the fall of 1859
Atchison, KS Historic ChurchesThis Richardsonian Romanesque structure of cottonwood limestone was completed in 1894, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It features an arched entry and rounded towers on its southeast and southwest corners.
Atchison, KS National RegisterOn the Missouri river, the park offers camping, picnics, and fishing.
Atchison, KS RecreationThis charming limestone building was completed in 1868 according to plans of Richard Upjohn, who also designed Trinity Church on New York's Wall Street. The interior has beams and pews of native black walnut and lovely stained-glass windows. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Atchison, KS Historic ChurchesThere are only a few primitive camping spots. It would be advisable to check to see if more have been made available. ...