Topeka Relocation Guide 2009

Topeka Harley-Davidson Museum The library has a collection of over 544,000 books. The Topeka Room is a permanent home for books written, published or illustrated by Topekans. In addition, the room’s art, archive records, memorabilia and even furniture have ties to Topeka and its history. A $23 million expansion designed by noted architect Michael Graves was dedicated in 2002, creating one of the most modern libraries in the country. Topeka Harley-Davidson Museum 2047 SW Topeka Boulevard Topeka, Kansas 66612 785-234-6174 www.topekaharleydavidson.com Ritchie House 1116 SE Madison Topeka, Kansas 66607 785-234-6097 Built around 1856, this historic site was home to John Ritchie, one of Topeka’s early founders who fought to end slavery. The Ritchie House is a preservation and interpretation project of the Shawnee County Historical Society to commemorate the first generation of Topeka’s founders. Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy 3028 SW Eighth Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66606 785-357-5213 www.topekacivictheatre.com Topeka’s only dinner theatre is the venue for hit comedies, cutting-edge dramas, improvisational comedy and beloved Broadway musicals in an atmosphere so intimate, you’ll feel like you’re part of the show! Thirty rare Harley-Davidsons are on display, along with many pictures, tools and collectibles displaying the store’s history as well as HarleyDavidson’s. Topeka Performing Arts Center 214 SE Eighth Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66603 785-234-2787 www.tpactix.org State-of-the-art acoustical features make the 2,600 seat Georgia Neese Gray Performance Hall a perfect environment for local dance companies, symphonies, popular entertainment, touring artists and local talent. Tiffany Windows 817 SW Topeka Boulevard Topeka, Kansas 66612 785-233-9601 www.topeka1stpresbyterian.org The First Presbyterian Church in downtown Topeka is one of the few churches in the nation to have its sanctuary decorated extensively with Tiffany stained glass windows. The work represents America’s foremost designer of stained glass, Louis Comfort Tiffany. The windows of the sanctuary are decorated with Favrile glass, cutting the sun’s rays into thousands of subtle shapes and colors. Topeka High School 800 SW 10th Street Topeka, Kansas 66612 785-295-3150 www.topekapublicschools.net/Applications/ schools/topekahigh.xhtml Designed by Topeka architect Thomas W. Williamson, Topeka High School was completed in 1931 at a cost of over $1 million. Today it is one of the city’s most distinguished landmarks. Topeka Zoological Park 635 SW Gage Boulevard Topeka, Kansas 66606 785-368-9180 www.topekazoo.org Open 363 days of the year, the Topeka Zoo is highlighted by the Tropical Rain Forest, the Waterbird Lagoon, a Lion’s Pride Exhibit, the Discovering Apes Building and a Black Bear Exhibit (closed Christmas and New Year’s Day). Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library 1515 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66604 785-580-4400 www.tscpl.org The Woodward House & Inns on Fillmore 1272 SW Fillmore Topeka, Kansas 66604 785-354-7111 www.thewoodward.com Originally built in 1925 for Chester and Frederica Woodward, The Woodward is now a bed and breakfast and gathering place, reflecting English Tudor architecture and the residences of English nobility. 52 Topek a Reloc at ion Gu ide 20 09 http://www.topekaharleydavidson.com http://www.topekacivictheatre.com http://www.tpactix.org http://www.topekapublicschools.net/Applications/schools/topekahigh.xhtml http://www.topeka1stpresbyterian.org http://www.topekazoo.org http://www.tscpl.org http://www.thewoodward.com

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Topeka Relocation Guide 2009 Contents Topeka's Pioneering Spirit Prevails During Turbulent Economic Times The Topeka & Shawnee County Library is "Your" Place Topeka Arts Community Grows Through ARTSConnect Topeka Bragging Rights History of Topeka Choosing Topeka Little Know Facts About Topeka 15 Things to Experience in Topeka What's a Young Professional to Do? Topeka in Profile Transportation Lodging Brick Oven: American Cuisine with a Multi-Cultural Twist Great Overland Station: Rich History, Elegant Architecture Religious Organizations Libraries, Shopping and Child Care Referral Housing Income Demographics Business and Industry Topeka MSA Employment Education Higher Education Opportunities Healthcare Local Transportation Taking Care of Pets Utilities Cultural Activities Trails Festivals Attractions Important Numbers Community Information Sources Licensing Agencies Employment Agencies

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