The Lecompton Constitutional Convention

LecomptonKSAugust 10, 2017In the News, Lecompton History

A quick history into the Lecompton Constitutional Convention, the writing of the Lecompton Constitution, and submission to Congress.

Early Lecompton area settler: Mary Ann Zinn McClanahan

LecomptonKSJuly 29, 2017Lecompton History

She endured the hardships of settling in Kansas Territory.

Teachers from all over the country come to learn “Bleeding Kansas” history

LecomptonKSJuly 12, 2017In the News, Museum News

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2017 Christmas in Lecompton Nov. 1st – Jan. 1st

LecomptonKSJuly 1, 2017Events

Come see the largest display of indoor Christmas trees with antique and vintage ornaments in the Midwest!

The Douglas County Poor Farm by Brian Hall

LecomptonKSJune 29, 2017Lecompton History

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

Inventory Project Continues thanks to Kansas Humanities Council

LecomptonKSJune 20, 2017In the News, Museum News

We are working on a huge project at the Territorial Capital Museum!

Clarence H. Smith, WWI Vet and Long-time Lecompton Teacher

LecomptonKSJune 14, 2017Lecompton History, Museum News

Veterans of WWI featured in a special exhibit at the Territorial Capital Museum.

Lecompton and World War One

LecomptonKSMay 16, 2017Lecompton History, Museum News

Special exhibit June 17th – October 14th at the Territorial Capital Museum.

Lane University’s First Graduate

LecomptonKSApril 4, 2017In the News, Lecompton History

In this co-ed University, the first graduate was female!

Treasures of the Township by Monica Davis

LecomptonKSNovember 12, 2016In the News, Museum News

One photo leads to a fabulous story…