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The journey into your family’s past often begins with simple steps. Use this section to begin your search.
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Local History & Genealogy
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Programs & Classes
Events
Dec
11
Dec 11 | 06:00PM - 7:00PM
More Ghost Towns of Kansas
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Dec
15
Dec 15 | 06:00PM - 7:00PM
Local History Research: Beginning Resources
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Topeka Room 204
Dec
16
Dec 16 | 07:00PM - 8:00PM
Save Your Family Memories
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)
Jan
5
Jan 5 | 05:30PM - 7:00PM
Researching Enslaved Ancestors with Kathleen Brandt
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Hughes Room 205
Dec 11 | 06:00PM - 7:00PM
More Ghost Towns of Kansas
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Dec
15
Dec 15 | 06:00PM - 7:00PM
Local History Research: Beginning Resources
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Topeka Room 204
Dec
16
Dec 16 | 07:00PM - 8:00PM
Save Your Family Memories
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)
Jan
5
Jan 5 | 05:30PM - 7:00PM
Researching Enslaved Ancestors with Kathleen Brandt
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Hughes Room 205
Genealogy & Local History Articles
December 3, 2025 ·
Uncover local history using newspapers in the Topeka Room
Newspapers can be an amazing source of information if you're researching local history or genealogy. The library’s Topeka Room has many ways to access various newspapers that were published in Shawnee County.
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