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Atchison, Kansas

Atchison, Kansas

Situated on hills and bluffs along the Missouri River, Atchison is one of the most scenic and historic towns in Kansas. Brick streets climb hills and wind along river bluffs, offering sweeping views of the river valley beyond. Grand Victorian homes with carriage houses recall glorious days when wealthy lumber merchants and railroad magnates walked the streets. No matter how many times you've seen them, you can't help but be impressed by these architectural gems, which form a stunning necklace the Missouri wears at Atchison.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Chapels at Mount St. Scholastica Convent

The Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica have been in Atchison since 1863 and at their present location since 1877. St. Scholastica Chapel was dedicated in 1938, the 75th anniversary of the Benedictine Sisters'

Atchison, KS Historic Churches

Scenic Views

Views of the Missouri River, its bluffs and valley are dramatic every season of the year.

Atchison, KS Scenic Views

Independence Park

On the Missouri river, the park offers camping, picnics, and fishing.

Atchison, KS Recreation

St. Benedict's Abbey Church

Benedictine monks established St. Benedict's Abbey in the late 1850s. Today about 40 monks reside at the abbey on the northern edge of Benedictine College. The historic complex is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Gothic-style abbey, completed in 1929

Atchison, KS Historic Churches


Things to do near Atchison, KS

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 ...

Weaver Hotel

The Hotel was built in 1905 and is on the National Historic Register. A bullet hole from a double bank robbery in 1910...

Banner Creek Trails

There is a 5.2 mile roundtrip hiking and bicycling tralil was opened to the public in the spring of 1999 on the reservoir\'s ...