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Make surprising discoveries inside this county museum packed with exhibits on the history of Franklin County and the story of railroads in small towns. details>>
Through ongoing events, exhibits, and engaging educational programs, the Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum seeks to encourage a greater awareness and appreciation for local history. details>>
Visit the site of the first engagement of African American troops during the Civil War. Learn about the regiment that made U.S. history on a short walking trail. details>>
Visit the headquarters of the Territorial Kansas Democratic Party during the territorial period. Home of the Bald Eagle Rendezvous event, held every September. details>>
Discover stories of the settlement of Lawrence and the development of Douglas County in an 1888 building that housed the headquarters of a successful land mortgage and banking business that helped finance settlement of the west. details>>
Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site, located on the Oregon Trail in Topeka, Kansas, is a 6-acre historic site with gardens, preserving the family history of one of the earliest settlers in the area. details>>
Though it traverses five states, follow the Santa Fe National Historic Trail from Franklin, Missouri, to Council Grove, Kansas, and you'll find adventure and evidence of past travelers who made this remarkable trip before you! details>>
The child known as "Plant Doctor" had a secret garden and observed operations on a 19th century farm. Carver became an agricultural scientist, educator, and humanitarian. A one-mile, self-guiding loop explores woodlands, streams, and prairie (outside of the heritage area). details>>
Explore this restored frontier fort and its role in westward expansion, Bleeding Kansas and the Civil War. details>>
Here in Topeka in 1855, delegates elected from across Kansas Territory banned slavery in the Topeka Constitution for Kansas statehood. This opposed the pro slavery, federally appointed Territorial government in nearby Lecompton. Visit both sites and the Kansas Statehouse. details>>
