Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park

Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park The story of Brown v. Board of Education, which ended legal segregation in public schools, is one of hope and courage. Welcome to the Brown v.
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Education equity has always been a struggle for people through time and place. Here at Brown v. Board of Education Natio...
06/19/2026

Education equity has always been a struggle for people through time and place. Here at Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park, we recognize the struggle of not just African Americans, but all Americans over time. Come join us as we explore the impacts of segregation on Mexican students here in Topeka, as well as at Blackwell School National Historic Site in Marfa, Texas. Guest lecturers include local historian Dr. Valarie Mendoza and Blackwell School alums, Dr. Frank Perez and Dr. Nancy Aguirre, who will be presenting The Struggle for Inclusivity: Blackwell School, Brown v. Board of Education, and the Legacies of School Segregation.

Saturdays with a Student | Summer 2026Step into history—through the voices of those who lived it.Join us at Brown v. Boa...
06/11/2026

Saturdays with a Student | Summer 2026

Step into history—through the voices of those who lived it.

Join us at Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park for a powerful summer program featuring former students from Topeka’s segregated elementary schools. Hear firsthand stories from those who attended Buchanan, McKinley, Monroe, and Washington Schools during an era when segregation was still the law of the land. These personal conversations offer a meaningful, human connection to one of the most important chapters in American history.

Come listen. Learn. Remember.

Saturday mornings | June 6 – August 29, 2026
1515 SE Monroe St., Topeka, Kansas

Saturdays with a Student | Summer 2026 Step into history through the voices of those who lived it.Join us at Brown v. Bo...
06/05/2026

Saturdays with a Student | Summer 2026

Step into history through the voices of those who lived it.
Join us at Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park for a powerful summer program featuring former students of Topeka’s segregated elementary schools. Hear firsthand stories from those who attended Buchanan, McKinley, Monroe, and Washington Schools during an era when segregation was permitted under both state and federal law.

Former students will be at the park from 10 am-12 pm or 11 am-1pm every Saturday from June 6-August 29. Check our calendar for more details.

Calendar - https://www.nps.gov/brvb/planyourvisit/calendar.htm

As America celebrates 250 years as a nation and Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park celebrates 72 years...
06/02/2026

As America celebrates 250 years as a nation and Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park celebrates 72 years since the Brown decision, it's important to remember what has come before. Today, the park presents a new temporary exhibit that showcases objects from the last seven decades of celebration, including a poster signed by activist Rosa Parks during the 35th anniversary celebration. Come check out what we've got and ask yourself: Where Next?

On May 23, in celebration of the 72nd Anniversary of the Brown v. Board decisions, community members will be hosting a p...
05/22/2026

On May 23, in celebration of the 72nd Anniversary of the Brown v. Board decisions, community members will be hosting a public event featuring previously untold stories of segregation.

10 am: Mrs. Rowena Sanders Memorial Walk
Take the path Mrs. Sanders made every day as a child to attend Monroe school. Led by the Topeka High School Drumline, starting at SW 17th St and Western St. and traversing to Monroe School and the Rowena Sanders Rest Stop. "Dedicated to those persons for whom no buses were provided."
11 am: Memories Revisited with Mrs. Rowena Sanders
12 pm: I, Too, Have a Voice

In remembrance of the hundreds of plaintiffs that helped end school segregation and in celebration of the 72nd Anniversa...
05/15/2026

In remembrance of the hundreds of plaintiffs that helped end school segregation and in celebration of the 72nd Anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's decisions on Brown v. Board of Education, please join us as we SAY THEIR NAMES.

On May 16 at 10 am and 2 pm, at Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park, there will be a reading of the decision and each plaintiff's name. Public participation is encouraged.

The original document is currently on display at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum in Independence, MO. Check that out, too!

Address

1515 SE Monroe Street
Topeka, KS
66612

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17853544273

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