Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum

Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum The birthplace and childhood home of famed aviatrix Amelia Earhart! Bring a light jacket or sweater!

In order to preserve the interior of the home and artifacts, we must keep the temperature very chilly! For your comfort, we suggest bringing a light jacket, sweater, or cardigan!

Save the date! Join us at the Atchison Farmers' Market next Saturday, August 29 from 8:00 a.m. to noon as we take visito...
08/22/2026

Save the date! Join us at the Atchison Farmers' Market next Saturday, August 29 from 8:00 a.m. to noon as we take visitors back in time to discover the beauty and traditions of Victorian gardening.

Perfect for families, gardeners, and history enthusiasts, this free interactive experience explores how Victorian era families used charming backyard greenhouses to grow flowers, herbs, and vegetables.

Visitors can:
- Learn about Victorian gardening techniques and the role of home greenhouses in the late 1800s.
- Create and take home a mini greenhouse to start growing your own plant.
- Enjoy classic Victorian yard games that the whole family can play together.
- Receive a special discount for a future visit to the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum to continue exploring life during Amelia Earhart’s childhood.

This hands-on educational program offers a fun blend of history, gardening, and family activities while highlighting the traditions of the Victorian era in Atchison.

Some mornings, the view from Amelia’s front porch feels like a reminder to pause, look out, and dream a little bigger.Fr...
08/21/2026

Some mornings, the view from Amelia’s front porch feels like a reminder to pause, look out, and dream a little bigger.

From this very place in Atchison, Kansas, Amelia Earhart’s story began with a curious young girl who would grow up to challenge expectations and inspire the world.

Today, we’re grateful to care for the home, grounds, and legacy that began it all.

Where great adventures begin.

When you work hard with fun people, it makes hard work feel like fun.
08/18/2026

When you work hard with fun people, it makes hard work feel like fun.

Today is All Aboard Atchison Match Day!Today’s the day to invest in the future of the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum.E...
08/14/2026

Today is All Aboard Atchison Match Day!

Today’s the day to invest in the future of the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum.

Every gift helps preserve Amelia Earhart’s childhood home, care for historic collections, and create educational experiences that inspire courage, curiosity, and adventure.

Join us from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Atchison Event Center or make your gift online through All Aboard Atchison.

When making your donation, be sure to designate the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum. Online donations can be made at AllAboardAtchison.com

Thank you for helping preserve the home where one of history’s greatest pioneers began her journey.

Together, we’re ensuring Amelia’s legacy continues to inspire generations to come.

Join us at Servaes Brewing Co. - Riverfront at 7 p.m. TONIGHT for music bingo featuring '60s and '70s super hits and lad...
08/13/2026

Join us at Servaes Brewing Co. - Riverfront at 7 p.m. TONIGHT for music bingo featuring '60s and '70s super hits and ladies of the '80s to benefit the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum! The suggested donation per bingo card is $5 and will go directly to help our organization!

We will also have chances to win two raffle baskets full of goodies.

Tomorrow is Match Day!Tomorrow, our community comes together to support the organizations that make Atchison such a spec...
08/13/2026

Tomorrow is Match Day!

Tomorrow, our community comes together to support the organizations that make Atchison such a special place.

When you give to the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum, you’re helping preserve one of America’s most significant historic homes while inspiring visitors of all ages through history, education, and exploration.

Whether you join us at the Atchison Event Center or give online, your support makes a lasting difference.

Tomorrow | August 14
4:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m.

We hope you’ll choose the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum as your Match Day nonprofit.

Thank you for helping Amelia’s story continue to inspire generations.

Every visitor who walks through Amelia Earhart’s birthplace experiences the story of a young girl whose curiosity and co...
08/11/2026

Every visitor who walks through Amelia Earhart’s birthplace experiences the story of a young girl whose curiosity and courage changed the world.

Your support helps preserve that experience by caring for the historic home, protecting its collections, and expanding educational programs for future generations.

Match Day:
Friday, August 14
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Atchison Event Center

You can also give online through AllAboardAtchison.com.

Don’t forget to designate your gift to the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum.

Help us reach our $10,000 goal and preserve the place where great adventures began.

We’re excited to share that the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum is participating in All Aboard Atchison Match Day next ...
08/07/2026

We’re excited to share that the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum is participating in All Aboard Atchison Match Day next Friday, August 14!

This annual day of giving is an opportunity to invest in the place where Amelia Earhart’s remarkable journey began.

Our goal is to raise $10,000 to help preserve Amelia’s childhood home and support the ongoing care of this National Historic Site.

You can give in many ways:
- In person: Join the Match Day Happy Hour at the Atchison Event Center from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

- Online: Donate at AllAboardAtchison.com from 12:00 a.m. through 11:59 p.m. on August 14.

- By mail: Send your gift to Atchison Foundation, P.O. Box 387, Atchison, KS 66002. Checks must be payable to “Atchison Foundation,” include a completed donation form, and be postmarked by August 14, 2026.

- By stock, IRA, or gift of grain: Visit www.allaboardatchison.com/ways-to-give for specific instructions on how to give through these avenues. All gifts must be planned ahead of August 14.

Together, we can preserve Amelia’s legacy and inspire future generations. Thank you for your support.

When Amelia Earhart flew, she wasn't just breaking records. She was showing every girl watching that the sky wasn't a li...
08/04/2026

When Amelia Earhart flew, she wasn't just breaking records. She was showing every girl watching that the sky wasn't a limit. It was a destination. Who's that girl in your life who needs to hear that today?
Tag her below.

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07/31/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out the list of attractions in the Sunflower Summer app! Choose something local or make a short road trip, the choice is yours. Either way, it's sure to be an unforgettable adventure for Kansas families.

Address

223 N. Terrace Street
Atchison, KS
66002

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 3:30pm
Thursday 10am - 3:30pm
Friday 10am - 3:30pm
Saturday 10am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+19133674217

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