Location: Lawrence
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Lawrence is the county seat of Douglas County and sixth largest city in Kansas. It is located in the northeastern sector of the state, next to Interstate 70, between the Kansas and Wakarusa Rivers. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 87,643. Lawrence is a college town and the home to the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University.
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1. Booth Family Hall of Athletics
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By R9368JBdavidw - Tulsa, United States
It's a must see for Fans of KU Athletics. The Booth Family Hall of Athletics is an exceptional Shrine to KU Athletics and is located on the eastern section of the historic Phog Allen Fieldhouse on the KU Campus. There are many, many display cases filled with memorabilia, photos, and hanging displays that pays homage to the great and storied athletic traditions and major successes that is the University of Kansas. Seeing the KU Basketball National Championship trophies is great as are the stories and history displayed telling about those championships, as well as Olympic World Championships won by KU in basketball, track and field athletes throughout the years. KU Athletes and teams in a myriad of sports and their major successes are also on display. The 2008 Orange Bowl Championship trophy in football is one of my favorites! Seeing the story of one of the greatest milers of all time, Jim Ryun is a must see too. Another of my favorites is the story of Dr James Naismith, the inventor of basketball, bringing the game to KU and being it's first coach, as well as the exploits of his teams, and how he and Phog Allen made KU the dominant power of jntercollegiate basketball in the US, and how their accomplishments have kept KU as a true blue blood even in today's game! The Booth Family Hall of Athletics is very well done. If you want to see the actual and "original" handwritten rules of basketball by Dr. Naismith...they are literally about 100 feet North of the Booth Hall, in a building (attached to Phog Allen Fieldhouse) called the De Bruce Center. You can see and read the rules as well as listen to Dr Naismith give an early radio interview about basketball. The recording is the only known voice recording of Dr. Naismith!
2. Lawrence Public Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By WilliamsPlace
Lawrence residents can be grateful for the excellent resources provided by this local library. The facility is impressive, as are the available resources and employees. They were kind enough to automatically renew my items when I forgot to return on time. Compared to other libraries, the hours are great. Parking is always easy.
3. Potter Lake
4. Biodiversity Institute & Natural History Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By pixiewyfe - Stillwater, United States
We loved this museum! Stayed a little longer just to see it. Nice variety of fossils, modern biology exhibits and displays. Especially interesting was the live bee habitat they host on the 6th floor. The "donation" felt pretty coerced, even though it was a "voluntary donation", but don't mind supporting venues like this.
5. Massachusetts Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 471 reviews
Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States
Massachusetts Street is basically the Downtown in Lawrence. It is a lively and beautiful street teeming with a variety of retail businesses. In fact, there are two brewery restaurants well worth the visit. Just one block west is the wonderful library, a modern architectural design not to be missed. Then there is the South Park, a beautiful community park with a lovely garden. The Kansas River Levee trail is not too far from Massachusetts; it is a nice place to walk and enjoy the expansive views of the river if it is not a hot day. All in all, Massachusetts Street is an enjoyable downtown area for leisurely walk, shopping and food.
6. Prairie Park Nature Center
7. Lawrence Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Coming to Lawrence? Make your first stop the Lawrence Visitor Center in Downtown Lawrence. Our friendly volunteers will help you make a plan to explore Lawrence. From driving directions to dining options, self-guided tour brochures to local hiking and biking maps, you’ll find it here. Need info on KU? Or a John Brown of Kansas historic tour brochure? We’ve got it! Welcome to Lawrence, we hope you enjoy your stay! **Please note, the location of our Visitors Center has changed. We are now located at 812 Massachusetts Street in Downtown Lawrence.
8. Mass Street Soda
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
9. University of Kansas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By dianekennedy2017 - Lawrence, United States
My grandchildren love touring the Museum at KU. I take them there each quarter. I love walking the KU area. It is such a pretty campus.
10. South Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States
South Park in Lawrence is a beautiful community park with a variety of recreational opportunities. The large park is located south of downtown (hence the name) and is split into two parts by Massachusetts Avenue. A large network of paved paths make it convenient for walking to enjoy the various attractions in the park. There is shade throughout provided by the large and numerous trees. The centerpiece of the park is the gazebo and the Roosevelt Fountain and garden in front of the gazebo. The Lawrence Parks & Recreational Admin office is also located in the park. Do not miss the historical information board located at the south end of the park. The park is a prime location for summer festivals, concerts, and movies during the summer. A large number of picnic benches are spread throughout the park. South Park is a very enjoyable park.
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