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70 years ago, 3 steam engines plunged off a Kansas River bridge and into Topeka history

70 years ago, 3 steam engines plunged off a Kansas River bridge and into Topeka history

Make this a must-stop on your #America250 travels and road trips. The action-packed history of this museum in Topeka will shock you and leave you wanting more. 🤩 The history of revolution is in Topeka. Built by abolitionists John and Mary Jane Ritchie in 1856 The Historic Ritchie House was a station along the Underground Railroad and is considered to be Topeka’s oldest home. Learn more about the rise of civil rights in the United States and hear the heroic tales of abolitionists in the wild, fr

Make this a must-stop on your #America250 travels and road trips. The action-packed history of this museum in Topeka will shock you and leave you wanting more. 🤩 The history of revolution is in Topeka. Built by abolitionists John and Mary Jane Ritchie in 1856 The Historic Ritchie House was a station along the Underground Railroad and is considered to be Topeka’s oldest home. Learn more about the rise of civil rights in the United States and hear the heroic tales of abolitionists in the wild, fr

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Introducing "History of Topeka", our new monthly documentary series! Each month, we’ll dive into the powerful stories, pivotal moments, and inspiring people that shaped Topeka into the city it is today. This month on History of Topeka - “Topeka’s Beginnings: 30 Years That Built a Capital” From Free-State roots to becoming the state capital, uncover the early struggles, bold visions, and big decisions that laid the foundation for our community. What parts of Topeka’s past do you want to explore?

Introducing "History of Topeka", our new monthly documentary series! Each month, we’ll dive into the powerful stories, pivotal moments, and inspiring people that shaped Topeka into the city it is today. This month on History of Topeka - “Topeka’s Beginnings: 30 Years That Built a Capital” From Free-State roots to becoming the state capital, uncover the early struggles, bold visions, and big decisions that laid the foundation for our community. What parts of Topeka’s past do you want to explore?

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Map project highlight’s Topeka’s African American history

Map project highlight’s Topeka’s African American history

Upcoming event to learn about historic 1951 Topeka flood

Upcoming event to learn about historic 1951 Topeka flood

Topeka's Constitution Hall set to open for visitors

Topeka's Constitution Hall set to open for visitors

A look back at the catastrophic 1951 flood 75 years after it hit Topeka

These 2 sites significant to Topeka's Black history are up for historic register

Topeka’s Grace Episcopal Cathedral was devastated the day before Thanksgiving in 1975 by a raging arson fire, which did an estimated $3 million in damage. Capital-Journal reporter Tim Hrenchir, “the History Guy,” narrates a short video about how the congregation responded by reconstructing the majestic church. | Topeka Capital-Journal

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An icon of Topeka history celebrates 100th birthday

What the Kansas Museum of History looks like now

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Topeka reflects on 70th anniversary on 1951 flood

Capital-Journal reporter Tim Hrenchir, “The History Guy,” returns as he narrates a short video about the deadliest car crash in Topeka history. See more History Guy videos at http://cjonline.com/HistoryGuy | Topeka Capital-Journal

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How effectively is Topeka sharing its Black history? Educators, historians share contrasting views.

Brown v. Board of Education: Impact, Facts and Legacy | HISTORY

Historians launch interactive map to highlight African American sites and stories in Topeka

VIDEO: Topeka History remembers collapse of Melan Bridge on July 2, 1965

This month for our "History of Topeka" documentary series, we take a look back at the beginning of the Topeka Police Department . Starting in the 1800s, the Topeka Police Department has a rich history, with being in the forefront of having some of the first African-American and first female officers in the nation. Check out the latest video in our history series, and let us know what you would like to deep-dive into next. | City of Topeka Government

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Long before Topeka was mapped or named, this land carried the footsteps, stories, and stewardship of many Indigenous nations. This Indigenous Peoples Month, we honor the tribal nations whose homelands shape our community and highlight important local history, including the contributions of Isaiah Walker and the legacy of the Deed of Wyandotte Float No. 20. | City of Topeka Government

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'This is a tremendous work': Historic Topeka neighborhood lost to time brought to life in film, art project

21 Things You Need To Know About Topeka Before You Move There

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Kansas Historical Society connects thousands to their family history

Black History 101 Mobile Museum stops in Topeka

Students celebrate Topeka's past in Black History Month program

Topeka's shocking secrets: Zip Code 666 and controversial origins revealed!

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Topeka newspaperman honored with bridge naming

In December 1895 Topeka was rocked by scandal when 3 bodies were stolen from their graves and taken to the dissection room at the Kansas Medical College. In this episode of Historic...ahem...Terrifying Tales from the Topeka Room, local history librarian Katie Keckeisen tells us about the public's response and the surprising consequences of this chilling crime. Comment "history" for the whole story. | Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library

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The history of Topeka, Kansas

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The Kansas History Museum is BACK. 🌻 Mark your calendars! You're invited to attend the grand reopening of the Kansas History Museum this Saturday, November 22, 2025. The doors will open at 9:00 with a ribbon cutting and program beginning at 9:30 a.m. 🖊️ Enjoy musical performances, enactors, speeches from public figures and more! 🎤 Head to www.kansashistory.gov learn more. 💛 | Visit Topeka

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