Atchison, KS

united states

Atchison perches on Missouri River bluffs 50 miles northwest of Kansas City, connected by US 59 south to I-435 and Highway 7 east to Leavenworth. Most visitors drive up from KC for the day, while locals use US 59 to commute to nearby towns. The historic downtown has EV charging stations along Commercial Street. Amelia Earhart's childhood home at 223 North Terrace Street operates as a museum with original 1890s furnishings.