Atchison County

Atchison County is an administrative division in northeastern Kansas that runs along the Missouri River border. The region contains farmland interspersed with gently rolling terrain, and the city of Atchison serves as the county seat.

The area was organized as a county in 1855 during Kansas's territorial period and named after a prominent political figure of that era. Its location on the Missouri River made it a significant point for early trade and settlement in the developing territory.

The county seat preserves a strong connection to its riverfront heritage, with residents and visitors drawn to sites that recall its role as a 19th-century river commerce hub. Local institutions and architecture reflect the pride in this trading past.

Visitors can use the city of Atchison as a base for exploring the county, where the courthouse and local amenities are located. The proximity to the Missouri River boundary provides access to additional outdoor areas and points of interest across the region.

The county is known as the birthplace of an aviation pioneer whose legacy continues to hold significance in the region today. This connection to early aviation history gives the area special meaning for those interested in that era.

Location: Kansas

Inception: August 30, 1855

Capital city: Atchison

Shares border with: Doniphan County, Buchanan County, Leavenworth County, Platte County, Jefferson County, Jackson County, Brown County

Website: http://AtchisonCountyKS.org

GPS coordinates: 39.53330,-95.30000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41