Friends of the Historic Topeka Cemetery

Friends of the Historic Topeka Cemetery The Friends of Historic Topeka Cemetery is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and sharing the stories of one of Kansas’ most historic places.

Join us for historic stories, cemetery history, preservation projects, and upcoming events.

Myth MondayMyth: There are laws that require all to be embalmed. Fact: In Kansas, there are no laws that require embalmi...
06/15/2026

Myth Monday

Myth: There are laws that require all to be embalmed.

Fact: In Kansas, there are no laws that require embalming. In fact, Historic Topeka Cemetery offers green burials. Green burial, or natural burial, is a non-invasive, eco-friendly internment.

Myth MondayMyth: It’s disrespectful to walk across someone's grave.Fact: While it’s important to always act respectfully...
06/08/2026

Myth Monday

Myth: It’s disrespectful to walk across someone's grave.

Fact: While it’s important to always act respectfully in a cemetery, you may not know you're walking across a grave. They are not always marked by headstones. If you see a space that looks “open,” there are more than likely burials.

Myth MondayMyth: Cemeteries are only places of death and mourning.Fact: Historically, cemeteries were community gatherin...
06/01/2026

Myth Monday

Myth: Cemeteries are only places of death and mourning.

Fact: Historically, cemeteries were community gathering spaces, picnic grounds, sculpture gardens, and places for reflection. Many 19th-century rural cemeteries inspired modern public parks.

After reviewing the forecasts, we've decided to postpone and reschedule "Only Murders in the Cemetery." Given the chance...
05/30/2026

After reviewing the forecasts, we've decided to postpone and reschedule "Only Murders in the Cemetery." Given the chance of thunderstorms, we want to ensure the safety of our guests.

We are rescheduling Only Murders to Friday, June 5th, at 7PM. Those who have purchased tickets will receive a notification from Eventbrite.

We're bummed about tonight, but hope you'll join us next Friday.

We are keeping an eye on the weather for tomorrow. If it's raining or looks questionable, we'll postpone the tour.
05/29/2026

We are keeping an eye on the weather for tomorrow. If it's raining or looks questionable, we'll postpone the tour.

During Only Murders in the Cemetery we'll share the tale from 1889 that led to Topeka's second hanging.
05/27/2026

During Only Murders in the Cemetery we'll share the tale from 1889 that led to Topeka's second hanging.

Today, we pause to remember.It is a day set aside to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our coun...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember.

It is a day set aside to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Next Saturday, at our Only Murders in the Cemetery tour, we'll start the evening off at the gravesite of Ike Edwards' vi...
05/24/2026

Next Saturday, at our Only Murders in the Cemetery tour, we'll start the evening off at the gravesite of Ike Edwards' victim. A crime that led to Topeka's first hanging in 1861.

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1601 SE 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS
66607

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7852334132

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