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The Douglas County Poor Farm by Brian Hall

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Douglas County Kansas, Wakarusa River, Lecompton

Social services for those in need in Douglas County, first organized in 1866.

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Territorial Capital Museum
640 E. Woodson
Lecompton, KS 66050
(785) 887-6148

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319 Elmore Street
Lecompton, KS 66050
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Territorial Capital Museum
Wed – Sat: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sun: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Donations appreciated ($3 suggested minimum)

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Adults $3
Children $1

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