Travel Destinations Kansas Atchison, Kansas Atchison Trip Guide Aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart called it home. Today, history and haunted tours attract visitors. By Midwest Living editors Midwest Living editors Midwest Living's experienced editors create best-in-class travel, lifestyle, food, home and garden content you won't find anywhere else. We're loudly, proudly Midwestern, and we're passionate about helping our audience explore and create through award-winning storytelling. Midwest Living's Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 26, 2022 Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum. Harland Schuster Do Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum Atchison gives a glimpse into the childhood and career that ended with her disappearance over the Pacific. ameliaearhartmuseum.org Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum Look for this state-of-the-art STEM museum to open in 2023: Explore Amelia Earhart's aviation legacy and see a Lockheed Electra 10-E, the same type of aircraft in which Earhart made her final flight. Haunted Atchison Haunted trolley tours take place in September and October. Also check out seasonal events and visits to the Sallie House and the 1889 McInteer Villa. Evah C. Cray Historical Home Museum More history awaits on tours of the opulent 25-room mansion built in 1882. travelks.com The Sunflower. Starboard and Port Eat and Drink The Sunflower Bakery and Cafe Relax with a sweet treat and white chocolate mocha. thesunflowerbakeryandcafe.com Stay Chain lodgings in the area include Quality Inn, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Atchison and Super 8 by Wyndham Atchison. For more information: visitatchison.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit