3 Best Landmarks in Topeka, KS

“Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site aims to preserve, protect, and interpret for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations. The site was established on October 26, 1992, by the United States Congress to celebrate the landmark decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in the case Brown v. Board of Education, which aimed at ending racial segregation in public schools. The Brown v. Board of Education decision is far more complex than a little girl whose parents sued to get her into an all-white school. Every day, people have shown courage and dedication to come together for a common goal of carrying the country toward true equality. You can independently tour their galleries, explore a temporary exhibit, or go on a historic Monroe School building tour.”

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“Kansas State Capitol is the building housing the executive and legislative branches of government for the U.S. state of Kansas. The site was donated through the efforts of Cyrus K. Holliday, president of the early Topeka Town Company and one of the founders of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway. The elaborate architecture is highlighted with close-up views of the inner and outer domes. The summit offers a unique perspective of the city of Topeka. Kansas State Capitol is 399 feet by 386 feet and 304 feet to the top of the cupola. The building takes approximately 45 minutes to climb 296 steps from the ground floor of the building to view both the interior and the surrounding community.”

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“Old Prairie Town/Ward-Meade Historic Site is a 6-acre historic site that includes the Ward-Meade Botanical Garden, preserving the family history of one of the earliest settlers in the area. Old Prairie Town began when the City of Topeka moved an old cabin to this site from Gage Park to preserve it from vandalism. Over time, the other buildings were moved here to prevent them from being destroyed. There are presently 12 buildings in Old Prairie Town. One of those buildings is the 1870 Victorian Mansion, which was the largest home in Topeka at the time it was built. The site offers guided tours in a replica 1800s town with a schoolhouse, church, general store, and gardens. Free admission for children 5 and under.”

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