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Visitor Information Center The restored Santa Fe Depot, long a community landmark, serves as a Visitor Information Center and houses the Chamber of Commerce offices.


The center provides visitors with brochures, maps, and a helpful staff who can answer questions about sightseeing in the Atchison area.


The Warming Hut gift shop is well-stocked with souvenirs of Atchison, the railroads, Amerlia Earhart, and Kansas. The Chamber of Commerce also helps arrange tours for groups over 15.


Hours: Open Every Day except major holidays.
Address: 200 S. 10th (at the Depot)
Phone: 913-367-2427
Our Email: tours@atchisonkansas.net
Our Website:www.atchisonkansas.net

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Atchison Co. Historical Society Museum

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