Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum

Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum Honoring Earhart’s aviation legacy; home to Muriel, the last remaining Lockheed Electra 10-E
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🚀 Get ready for takeoff! The STEAM Careers Camp starts next week, and there’s still time to sign up! Designed for incomi...
06/16/2026

🚀 Get ready for takeoff! The STEAM Careers Camp starts next week, and there’s still time to sign up! Designed for incoming 3rd through 5th graders, our camp dives into the exciting worlds of STEAM careers. Secure your spot by calling 913-372-0021 or visiting our website today!

In 1963, Valentina Tereshkova, made history as the first and youngest woman to journey into space. 🚀 Born in Maslennik...
06/16/2026

In 1963, Valentina Tereshkova, made history as the first and youngest woman to journey into space. 🚀 Born in Maslennikova, Russia, in 1937, she discovered her passion for parachuting early in life. She was an ideal candidate for the Russian Vostok capsule which required cosmonauts to eject at about 20,000 feet during re-entry. Valentina volunteered and was selected as one of only 5 women to train in 1962.

At just 26 years old, on June 16 1963, Valentina launched into space with the call sign "Chaika" or seagull. She radioed," It is I, Seagull! Everything is fine. I see the horizon." She orbited Earth 48 times over 2 days, 22 hours, and 50 minutes.

Learn more about the first woman in space at our blog:
https://ameliaearharthangarmuseum.org/blog/

Motivation Monday - “I want to do it because I want to do it. Women must try to do things as men have tried. When they f...
06/15/2026

Motivation Monday -

“I want to do it because I want to do it. Women must try to do things as men have tried. When they fail, their failure must be but a challenge to others.” - Amelia Earhart

STEAM Flight camp begins next week! It's not too late to register!Available for incoming 3rd through 5th graders, the ST...
06/11/2026

STEAM Flight camp begins next week! It's not too late to register!

Available for incoming 3rd through 5th graders, the STEAM camps focus on flight, careers, and navigation, respectively. For three days campers will explore all things aviation related to science, technology, engineering and math.

Camps are $50 per student, with a discount for members. Please register by calling 913-372-0021 or by visiting our website!

06/07/2026

✈️ Ever wanted to fly across the Atlantic like Amelia Earhart?
Good news! The VR simulator at the recreates her historic flight for you in 4 minutes. You might face some storms, and you might not land in Paris…but, well neither did she!
Come test your pilot skills and see where you land and enjoy all of the other amenities and insights about Amelia Earhart’s story at the museum!

06/07/2026

✈️👩🏻‍✈️🎢🌍 The Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum - a USA Today 10Best New Museum honoree - is where history meets an immersive experience for those who LOVE aviation, aircraft, virtual reality, and yes, even fashion (did you know Amelia Earthart was also a fashion designer?!). 💃🏼

Plus, check out the annual Amelia Earhart Festival July 17-18, including an aerobatic show x Concert in the Sky Fireworks show on the riverfront, which is widely recognized as one of the best displays in the Midwest and a past Top 10 USA Today nominee! 🎆💥🍿🎇

The , designed in partnership with Kansas City’s , is a short drive from Kansas City in her hometown of Atchison, Kansas.

06/07/2026

👩🏻‍✈️💁🏼‍♀️🙇🏼‍♀️ From her early advocacy to the moment she first tasted flight, Amelia Earhart’s trajectory, starting in Kansas, is nothing short of incredible. 🌟 As women, entrepreneurs, and dreamers, there is so much to learn from her legacy.

Tune in to hear the full backstory of how she changed aviation forever! 🎙️

And, visit the Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum and Board of Directors who have worked so hard to preserve Amelia’s local story and for Kansas and Missouri (and beyond!) people to find inspiration and intrigue in her stamp on history of aviation and women. ✈️🌍🛩️💙

06/07/2026

Did you know a Kansas City company is behind TWO nationally recognized museums?! 🙌
designed and built both the AND - and USA Today readers took notice. The Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum landed #5 for Best History Museum and Atlas 9 scored #2 for Best New Attraction in 2026!

Come join us by supporting local KC businesses and give it a listen - full episodes are on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! 🎧

Are Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum or Atlas9 your bucket list?!

Women In Aviation - Elinor Smith Elinor Smith was one of aviation’s brightest young stars, earning her pilot’s license a...
06/05/2026

Women In Aviation - Elinor Smith

Elinor Smith was one of aviation’s brightest young stars, earning her pilot’s license at just 16 years old and quickly becoming known as “The Flying Flapper of Freeport.” A fearless and talented aviator, Smith captured national attention in the late 1920s with daring flights and record-breaking achievements, including endurance and altitude records.

She became especially famous for flying under New York City’s East River bridges, a stunt that showcased both her confidence and skill. At a time when aviation was still new and opportunities for women were limited, Elinor Smith helped prove that women belonged in the cockpit and inspired future generations of female pilots.

A look through our exhibits - Go above the clouds to explore how Amelia and navigator, Fred Noonan, relied on radio wave...
06/04/2026

A look through our exhibits - Go above the clouds to explore how Amelia and navigator, Fred Noonan, relied on radio waves, a sextant, and quick calculations.

Address

16701 286th Road
Atchison, KS
66002

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+19133720021

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