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Brown v. Board of Education |
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The story of Brown v. Board of Education, which ended legal segregation in public schools, is one of hope and courage. Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site keeps alive and furthers the legacy of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision that forever changed history.
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First Presbyterian Church |
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The Topeka First Presbyterian Church is the only church west of Mississippi containing original, priceless Tiffany stained glass windows and beautiful hand-carved woodwork in the recently renovated sanctuary. The windows display an iridescent quality.
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Historic Lecompton |
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Located on the bank of the Kaw River, in between Topeka, the State capital, and Lawerence, Lecompton was the abloitionist headquarters during Bleeding Kansas. Historic Lecompton was the birth place of the American Civil War.
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Kansas State Capitol |
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The Kansas State Capitol is located in Topeka, Kansas. Tours are provided by the Kansas Historical Society and will show you the dramatic dome, curry murals, senate chambers, the house of representatives, the state library, supreme court and much more.
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Matrot Castle |
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The Matrot castle is said to be identical to the home that Seraphin Matrot left in France, as a gesture to his uprooted wife. The most remarkable aspects of the structure's architecture indicate that it was built, like the medieval period, for the protection of its inhabitants.
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