The Native Origins of Shawnee County and Topeka
Topeka Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting
Thursday, August 27
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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2026-08-27 19:00:00
2026-08-27 20:30:00
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The Native Origins of Shawnee County and Topeka
Join us as Lisa LaRue Baker presents the Native history and early land ownership of Shawnee County and Topeka.
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library - Marvin Auditorium 101A
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Marvin Auditorium 101AJoin us as Lisa LaRue Baker presents the Native history and early land ownership of Shawnee County and Topeka.
Multi-media artist Lisa LaRue Baker presents a look at the Native origins of Shawnee County and Topeka, including the early transfer of land ownership in the region. She will share historical context about who originally inhabited and owned land in the area and invite audiences to explore property ownership in the 1850s. This lecture is sponsored by the Topeka Genealogical Society.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy |
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