Topeka had some beautiful colors around the city. The very first stop I made was at the Equality House.
What is the Equality House?
The Equality House is a symbol of compassion, peace, and positive change. The house, which is painted the colors of the Pride flag, serves as the resource center for all Planting Peace human rights initiatives and stands as a visual reminder of our commitment, as global citizens, to equality for all.
The house is located in Topeka, Kansas directly across from the Westboro Baptist Church hate group. The group is known for protesting soldiers funerals, being anti-semitic, and promoting the death penalty for gay Americans.
The Great Mural Wall of Topeka
The Great Mural Wall of Topeka honors the cultural history and ongoing spirit of Topekans and their neighborhoods. The mural adorns a wall surrounding a former water reservoir, a building owned by the Topeka Water Division.
The project was initiated in 2006 by the Chesney Park Neighborhood Improvement Association with a desire to instill community pride, beautify the neighborhood, and curtail graffiti. This vision became a reality in 2007, when the ideas of neighborhood residents brought this formerly “blank canvas” to life.
Camping with Christi 