Amelia Earhart Earthwork

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Amelia Earhart Earthwork Atchison's newest memorial to its favorite native daughter is the one-acre Amelia Earhart Earthwork created by famed Kansas artist Stan Herd. This living portrait of Earhart lies on the berm of a hill overlooking Warnock Lake. It was created to celebrate Earhart's 100th birthday on July 24, 1997.


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Upcoming Events near Atchison, Kansas

Haunted Holton Ghost Tour

Start Date: Fri August, 16th
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Parade, 4-H and open class judging, barbecue, petting zoo, carnival, livestock exhibits, concessions, tractor pull, 10K walk-run, Kiddie Land, demolition derby, figure 8 race..
Marshall County Fair and Parade

Start Date: Fri July, 12th
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The Amelia Earhart Festivals is an annual celebration honoring Atchison's most famous daughter. Highlights include Friday evening lakeside concert, downtown fair with arts & crafts, live entertainment, food vendors and activities for children, panel discussion with authors and researchers, luncheon honoring the current recipient of the Amelia Earhart Pioneering Achievement Award, speakers' symposium featuring women of achievement, carnival rides, aerobatic performances and a spectacular fireworks display over the Missouri River.
Amelia Earhart Festival

Start Date: Fri July, 19th
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Start Date: Fri July, 5th
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Start Date: Fri June, 14th
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