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Local History & Genealogy
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Explore our books, pamphlets, clippings and other written sources that tell the story of Topeka’s unique history. You will also find photographs, prints, posters, scrapbooks and audio-visual materials that help bring this history to life. The Topeka Room houses the library’s local history collection. Our digital collection includes historical photographs and the Sherwood Smith blueprints.
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Programs & Classes
Events
May
19
May 19 | 02:00PM - 3:30PM
Building Your Family Tree
Shawnee North Community Center
May
28
May 28 | 02:00PM - 3:00PM
Save Your Family Memories Drop In
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)
May
28
May 28 | 07:00PM - 8:30PM
TSCPL Technology Resources for Genealogy
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101C
Jun
1
Jun 1 | 05:30PM - 7:00PM
Documenting Kansas African American History Project
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Menninger Room 206
May 19 | 02:00PM - 3:30PM
Building Your Family Tree
Shawnee North Community Center
May
28
May 28 | 02:00PM - 3:00PM
Save Your Family Memories Drop In
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)
May
28
May 28 | 07:00PM - 8:30PM
TSCPL Technology Resources for Genealogy
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101C
Jun
1
Jun 1 | 05:30PM - 7:00PM
Documenting Kansas African American History Project
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Menninger Room 206
Genealogy & Local History Articles
May 18, 2026 ·
Celebrating a Legacy: Geneaologist Sherri Camp Retiring
Our genealogy librarian has spent decades ensuring diverse stories and family histories are preserved, celebrated and honored in Topeka.
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