Mission

“The mission of the Atchison County Historical Society is to preserve, promote, record and share the history and historical artifacts of Atchison County, Kansas and increase public appreciation of our heritage and culture.”

Vision

The Atchison County Historical Society is committed to the principle that a citizenry must possess knowledge of their past to make informed decisions in shaping the future of our community. We believe the thoughtful and proactive preservation of our rich heritage is the best building block of the future.

As we “proceed on” into the 21st Century we will strive to achieve the highest standards for research, educational programming and care of the collections we hold in the public trust. We will pursue regional recognition as a center to advance the understanding of the pre-history and history of Atchison County, Kansas, the Midwest and the era of Westward Migration. We will pursue quality publications, programs and outreach to serve the needs of our membership and expand our membership to secure the future of the Society.

We will concentrate our efforts on building the collection of the Atchison County Historical Society; seeking out partnerships to expand the capacity of our offerings; and securing sufficient funding and staffing to support our operations, maintain our infrastructure, and ensure the long-term financial health of the Society as we strive to fulfill our Mission.