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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.
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. 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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- Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site. The Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education originated in Topeka in 1951, when the public school system refused to enroll the daughter of African-American resident Oliver Brown at the school closest to her home.
- Kansas State Capitol. A must-see in Topeka, the Kansas Statehouse had a 37-year construction period between 1866 and 1903. At 304 feet, the copper-clad dome is even taller than the United States Capitol dome, and this is one of the few state capitols in the country offering tours that take you right up into the dome, which is 296 steps from the fifth floor to the top.
- Gage Park. This lovely 160-acre park has delighted Topeka residents since 1899 and continues to be a cherished day out, especially for families. Within Gage Park’s boundaries are a couple of other attractions on this list, like the Topeka Zoo and the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center, but there’s yet more to enjoy.
- Kansas Museum of History. In the west of Topeka is a world-class museum owned by the Kansas Historical Society, which was founded as long ago as 1875.
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.
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.
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.
If you're looking for places to visit in Kansas, Topeka is a city that should be on your bucket list. In this travel guide to Topeka, you'll learn about the best things to do in Topeka and find recommendations on where to eat and stay.
