Museum
Kansas Museum of History
28 locals recommend
Location
6425 SW 6th Ave
Topeka, KS
West Southwest 2
Tips from locals
Offering a look into Kansas History from 5,000 B.C. to today, and a 2.5 mile nature trail looping thru several prairie and wooded areas. These trails are beginner friendly for walkers and bikers alike.
Located on SW Sixth Avenue, the Kansas Museum of History is a state history museum and one of the best things to do in Topeka, Kansas. The Kansas Historical Society was founded in 1875, and its first home was in the Kansas State Capitol building.
This award-winning museum tells the story of the people of Kansas. See the Santa Fe's oldest surviving locomotive, No. 132, from 1880. A. K. Longren's 1914 version of the plane in which he made the first successful flight of a Kansas-built plane in 1911. Named one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas History. A state history museum, it presents Kansas history from the prehistoric to modern eras in 30,000 square feet of exhibits.
This award-winning museum tells the story of the people of Kansas. See the Santa Fe's oldest surviving locomotive, No. 132, from 1880. A. K. Longren's 1914 version of the plane in which he made the first successful flight of a Kansas-built plane in 1911. Named one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas History.…
The History Museum is a great spot for sunny or rainy days. When the weather is nice you can walk their trails, check out their old one-room schoolhouse, and play on their playground outside. On rainy days head inside to play in their train cars, dress up in their play clothes, walk through their interactive galleries, and learn more about our beautiful state. Check their website for hours of operation.
The History Museum is a great spot for sunny or rainy days. When the weather is nice you can walk their trails, check out their old one-room schoolhouse, and play on their playground outside. On rainy days head inside to play in their train cars, dress up in their play clothes, walk through their in…