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Atchison County Historical Society Museum and Rail Museum

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Atchison County Historical Society Museum and Rail Museum

Atchison, KS | Atchison County

Start your explorations here to learn about Atchison's early history. Lewis and Clark came through the area in 1804, and some 50 years later Atchison became a busy commercial center for steamboats, wagon trains, and eventually railroads. Exhibits about Amelia Earhart; Deafy Boular, the bricklayer; and David Atchison, the one-day president, are featured. Train enthusiasts can view an outdoor collection of rail cars year-round. Donation welcome. Miniature railroad rides are available on weekends June to October. (NRHP)

Hours of Operation

April-November, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday 12-3 p.m.
December-March, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Architecture    Attractions    Historic Depot    History    Museum    NRHP    People    Railroad
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