

Local History
Local History
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 the Sanborn maps and the Sherwood Smith blueprints.
Recent Articles
February 24, 2025 ·
Fred Harvey, Topeka & the invention of fast food
In 1876 Fred Harvey opened his first restaurant at the Santa Fe depot in Topeka. He was determined to bring good food, superior service & a touch of class to anyone riding on the Santa Fe Railroad.
January 25, 2025 ·
Kansas suffragists honored at State Capitol
December 11, 2024 ·
More retro recipes from the Topeka Room
November 27, 2024 ·
Discover National Register of Historic Places sites in Topeka
November 5, 2024 ·
Freud and Friendliness: Menninger at 100
October 30, 2024 ·
Finding your identity with genealogy research
October 22, 2024 ·
True Crime: The Monroe Axe Murder Mystery
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Events
Events
May
5
May 5 | 05:00PM - 6:30PM
Report on African American Genealogy at RootsTech
Menninger Room 206
May
6
May 6 | 05:00PM - 6:30PM
Building Your Family Tree
Menninger Room 206
May
13
May 13 | 05:00PM - 6:30PM
Finding Your Family in Vital Records
Virtual Room 02
May
13
May 13 | 07:00PM - 8:00PM
Convert Analog Media to Digital
Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)




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