Territorial Capitol - Lane Museum

In 1856, a proposed capitol building was started in Lecompton with an appropriation of $50,000 from the federal government. It was never completed for that purpose, since the state capital was moved elsewhere. In 1865, the state deeded the uncompleted building to the newly organized Lane University, a United Brethren Church school. The building was finally completed in 1882. The University closed in 1902.

Today, the building is used as the Territorial Capitol - Lane Museum operated by the Lecompton Historical Society. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

785-887-6148, or 786-887-6285

(Handicap Accessible)

To: Douglas County
To: Lecompton