Birkbeck Patrick MD

While it may be true that you can always read about history, it is a very rare occasion when you can actually step back into it. That unique opportunity is offered to visitors of the Old Prairie Town at Ward Meade Historic Site. Over the course of this history-laden one-half acre area, you can see, hear, and touch various examples of living history. Some of the many highlights and attractions include a fully restored 1870 Victorian mansion, a wood cabin, a train depot, a one-room schoolhouse, a stone barn, a church and a general store. Don't forget to check out the gift shop and the nearby botanical garden.

When you visit Lake Shawnee, you can expect to have some great fun outdoors either sunbathing, fishing or enjoying a picnic on the shore. But you may not have expected such excellent amenities as the nearby Garden House, Reynolds Lodge, a marina, tennis courts, volleyball courts, campgrounds and even a golf course. When you spend some quality time at Lake Shawnee, be prepared to be pleasantly surprised!

Are you a serious comic book collector? Do you love limited edition toys and figures and other collectibles? Then you need to visit Topeka's Gatekeeper Hobbies. They specialize in comics both new and old with the latest releases out every Tuesday. Plus, Gatekeeper's also features games, a gaming room, and much more. So whether you have been a comic lover for years or are just getting started, stop in to Gatekeeper Hobbies to begin acquiring the perfect items for your collection.