Constitution Hall

Constitution Hall is a historic building that served as the Free State Capitol on the Kansas Territory. It was the site of the Topeka Constitutional Convention in 1855, where delegates prohibited slavery in Kansas. The building later became part of the first Kansas statehouse from 1864 to 1869. Today, it is recognized as a significant historic site, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and part of the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. The hall has a colorful outdoor mural depicting the Dispersion of the Free State Legislature in 1856. Visitors can explore the building and learn about its rich history and significance in the fight against slavery