At the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum, visitors are transported back to the early 1900s. In the home that the world’s greatest aviator grew up, you can’t help but feel attached to the period of history…

Atchison is proud to be the hometown of aviatrix Amelia Earhart. We celebrate her every year on the third weekend of July with a festival. Friday night is an outdoor country music concert at Warnock…

Ready to fly back in time? Make sure to stop by the Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum! The museum is open on Wednesdays through Saturdays and features the world’s last remaining Lockheed Electra 10-E — an…

The American Jazz Museum is the only jazz museum in the country, perhaps even the world. It is dedicated solely to the preservation, exhibition, and advancement of jazz music. This is done through showcasing the…

A quintessential Kansas City restaurant, perennially featured as one of the best barbecues in Kansas City, is famous nationally and internationally for its legendary sauces and meats.  Founded by Henry Parry, the father of Kansas…

The mission of the Atchison County Historical Society is to preserve and share Atchison County history Exhibits We have some people we’d like to introduce you to: Jesse Stone, Amelia Earhart, Joe Tinker, Pardee Butler,…

The Atchison Riverwalk is a beautiful, recently updated trail on the outskirts of town that meanders along the Missouri River. Visitors will enjoy this peaceful place to walk and have the freedom to relax on…

A quaint and welcoming town situated on the bluffs of the Missouri River, Atchison is home to just over 11,000 people, all of whom are eager to welcome you to their home. Founded in 1854,…

Ever considered an alternate career as a lumberjack? Fear not if you haven’t, you can still get a chance to have a tremendous amount of fun throwing axes! Take a visit to Blade Timber Axe…

The Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center and Museum commemorates and interprets the African American diaspora by creating educational programs about the contributions of African Americans who have shaped the history of Kansas City, Missouri,…

During the American Civil War, the U.S. government formed regiments known a the United States Colored Troops.  In 1866 Congress reorganized the Army and authorized the formation of two regiments of black cavalry soldiers as…

Ride on a restored 1913 antique carousel made in Leavenworth at the turn of the century.  The museum is dedicated to telling the remarkable story of C.W. Parker, the “Carnival King.”  The carousel has 24…

Noted as the premier historical museum/site in Leavenworth, Kansas, Carroll Mansion is noted as a must-see in Leavenworth, Kansas! The museum has over 6,500 visitors from around the world every year and there are multiple…

A visit to the museum allows the visitor to “step back in time” and experience the Victorian era in Leavenworth County. Once the home of four prominent families, the Carroll Mansion features elaborately hand-carved woodwork…

Parkville is known for being a hub for local artists, and few artistic establishments in the town compare to the Cathy Kline Art Gallery. The gallery itself is in a historic train station, which gives…

Considered one of the top 8 wonders of Kansas architecture, the Chapel of the Veterans is a must-see for anyone who is stopping by the Leavenworth area. For a time period, this church was considered…

Become a “charbarian” in historic Westport, Missouri at Char Bar, an innovative urban playground welcoming carnivores, herbivores, and locavores.  Serving up food and fun, this restaurant is known for its award-winning barbecue and its inviting…

With hickory smoked meats that are hand-sliced to order, Chef J BBQ prioritizes high-quality ingredients, tradition, and family recipes.  Order brisket, burnt ends, pulled pork, ribs, and sausage, served with pickled onions, sweet pickles, smoked…

Located inside a converted neighborhood theater, Chez Elle Crêperie and Coffeehouse serves fresh crepes and robust coffees.  From savory crepes like the Tour Eiffel (smoked salmon, capers, caramelized onion) to sweet crepes such as the…

When Lewis and Clark stopped on a bluff overlooking the Missouri and Kansas Rivers, they made a note that the site provided a “commanding situation for a fort.” Today on the bluff at the western…