7 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Topeka - Atlas Obscura

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in Topeka

Truckhenge

These elevated trucks were put in place as a middle finger to The Man, but are now considered folk art.

Equality House

A rainbow-colored house promotes LGBTQ tolerance across the street from the Westboro Baptist Church.

Evel Knievel Museum

See the motorcycles that launched the stuntman to fame and the gear that saved his life.

Great Mural Wall of Topeka

Topeka has its own great wall, and it's covered in colorful images from the city's history.

Grave of Carrie Frances Kiene

A mysterious local has been dressing the child's grave for decades.

Kansas State Capitol Cupola

Journey up the capitol building's cupola for an amazing view of Topeka.

Topeka State Hospital

Abandoned insane asylum with history of horrific abuse.

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