State Archives
We encourage visitors to contact by phone or email to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome if there is availability.
Appointment hours 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 4 p.m., Wednesday - Friday
A maximum of six researchers will be allowed at a time. Hand sanitizing stations will be provided.
Preparing for your research visit
- Researcher policy
- Digital camera use policy
- Reading room introduction
- Our catalogs and subject guides
State Archives tours
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Schedule guided tours for a school group or organization in advance
- Purple routes through Topeka Metro
- Exit bus at Social Security Office on Topeka Metro Route 6 only on Outbound (Westbound) run
- Requires walking and service is limited
- For live bus locations visit Topeka Metro or download the Double Map Bus Tracker app on your mobile device
Maps
- Driving and parking directions
- Nature trail (PDF)
- Kansas Historical Society headquarters (Google maps)
Other amenities
- Kansas Museum of History
- Museum Store
- Discovery Place
- Nature trail
- Free parking and picnic areas
- Playground
