Views of the Missouri River, its bluffs and valley are dramatic every season of the year.
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Atchison County Courthouse
One of 13 Kansas courthouses designed by George P. Washburn, this ashlar limestone building was completed in 1897, and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The clock tower was raised an extra 12 feet from the original design so that it could be seen downtown.
Atchison, KS Historic CourthousesScenic Views
Views of the Missouri River, its bluffs and valley are dramatic every season of the year.
Atchison, KS Scenic ViewsIndependence Park
On the Missouri river, the park offers camping, picnics, and fishing.
Atchison, KS RecreationAmelia Earhart Birthplace Museum
Aviatrix Amelia Earhart was born in this home, built by her grandfather, Judge Alfred G. Otis, in the early 1860s. It it owned and operated as a museum by the Ninety-Nines, Inc., an international organization of women pilots. Earhart helped found the group in 1929
Atchison, KS Famous HomesSt. Patrick's Church
St. 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 ChurchesThings to do near Atchison, KS
Maxwell Springs
Maxwell Springs is believed to have been a water source for travelers through Nemaha County, including Pony Express riders. T...
Banner Creek Swimming
Swimming and wading are allowed only in the designated swimming beach area within the markers. There is no lifegaurd on duty ...
Hiawatha Aquatic Park
Enjoy our 140 foot water slide! Pool Hours: 1:00 - 8:00 PM daily (Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend) After school ...
Roseport Landing Boat Ramp
Located underneath the Pony Express Bridge, along the Missouri River, Roseport Landing Boat Ramp attracts many sport fisherma...