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The Atchison County Historical Society Museum is a dedicated institution for preserving the rich history of Atchison County, Kansas. The museum is named after the United States Senator and legendary 'President for a day', David Rice Atchison. It is located in the historic 1880 Santa Fe Freight Depot in Atchison, Kansas. The museum's exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including the Lewis and Clark expedition, Amelia Earhart, Jesse Stone, the railroad history of Atchison County, and a military collection with over 200 weapons spanning the Revolutionary War, Civil War, and both World Wars.
In addition to the museum, the Atchison County Historical Society operates the Independence Creek: Lewis & Clark Historic Site. This site covers 13.5 acres of native grasses and wildflowers and features a re-creation of a Kanza Indian earth lodge. It is connected by a 5-mile hiking/biking trail to the Atchison riverfront. This site offers a unique opportunity to explore the natural beauty of Atchison County and learn about its indigenous history.
The Atchison County Historical Society Museum regularly hosts temporary and traveling exhibits, providing visitors with a variety of historical perspectives. For instance, from 27 June to 9 August 2015, it hosted a Smithsonian traveling exhibit called 'Hometown Teams.' These exhibits offer a dynamic and ever-changing experience for visitors, ensuring there is always something new to discover.
History & Anthropology Archaeology Ethnology Historic house Industrial heritage Maritime Person & Artist Railway War
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Summer Hours: (April thru November)
9 am to 5 pm Monday thru Friday
10 am to 4 pm Saturdays
Noon to 3 pm Sundays
Winter Hours: (December thru March)
9 am to 5 pm Monday thru Friday
10 am to 3 pm Saturdays
Holiday Closures:
Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day,
Christmas Eve, Christmas, & New Year's Eve & Day.
Santa Fe Depot, 200 S 10th St, Atchison
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