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  1. Topeka (/ t ə ˈ p iː k ə / tə-PEE-kə) is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the seat of Shawnee County. It is along the Kansas River in the central part of Shawnee County, in northeast Kansas, in the Central United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 126,587.

  2. May 15, 2024 · Topeka, city, capital (1861) of Kansas, U.S., and seat (1857) of Shawnee county. Topeka lies on the Kansas River in the eastern part of the state. Topeka, Kansas. The name Topeka is of uncertain Indigenous origin; one interpretation is “smoky hill,” and another is “a good place to dig potatoes.”.

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  3. Topeka, Kansas is the capital city with family-friendly attractions, history -- Civil War to Civil Rights -- and festivals throughout the year. Hotels are 20 minutes or less from Rock Chalk Park.

  4. From exploring the many family attractions within beautiful Gage Park, to the heart-pounding excitement of the NHRA Kansas Nationals, you will discover Topeka offers many things to do during your visit.

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    • Tour the Kansas State Capitol. By far, the best thing to do in Topeka is to visit the Kansas State Capitol building! And if you’re brave enough, climb to the top of its impressive copper dome tower.
    • Visit the Brown V Board of Education National Historical Park. Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park commemorates the U.S. Supreme Court decision that ended racial segregation in public schools.
    • Admire Topeka Highschool. Topeka Highschool is a stunning, three-story Gothic building that in my opinion is an absolute must see in Topeka for lovers of architecture.
    • See the First Presbyterian Church’s Tiffany-stained glass windows. The First Presbyterian Church in Topeka is a very handsome building that was built in 1884.
  6. Topeka is the capital of Kansas. Visitors come to see the Kansas Museum of History, Topeka Zoo, and Renisch Rose Gardens. The metropolitan area is rich in history and highly favored by nature. In 2019, it was home to 125,000 people.

  7. www.visittopeka.com › things-to-do › attractionsTopeka Attractions

    Attractions. Explore Topeka and discover a city filled with history, culture and fun. Travel back in time with a ride on a 1908 vintage carousel and enjoy the sights of Gage Park on board a mile-long mini-train ride.

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