Westboro Baptist Church
Church Controversial church noted for extreme picketing and protests
A small Topeka congregation known for controversial public picketing and anti-LGBT demonstrations; its protests have drawn media attention and counter-demonstrations.
Westboro Baptist Church is a small, independent religious group based in the Topeka area of Kansas, United States, that gained international attention for its public protests and controversial statements. It was led for decades by the Phelps family and became known for highly publicised pickets and demonstrations.
The group is widely criticised and has been designated as a hate group by civil-rights organisations. Its activities have included picketing funerals and public demonstrations that attracted legal and civic responses.
The church is located in Topeka, Kansas, and its actions brought national and international media attention beginning in the late 20th century and continuing into the 21st century. Local and national responses included legal challenges and public counter-protests.
- Public notoriety: Listed as an extremist and hate group by several civil-rights organisations; widely known for public protests and picketing that began in the 1990s and 2000s.
How to Get to Westboro Baptist Church #
Westboro Baptist Church has been based in the Topeka area; public transportation and roads lead to Topeka. Given the controversy surrounding the congregation, anyone seeking to visit should consult local news and exercise caution.
Tips for Visiting Westboro Baptist Church #
- Westboro Baptist Church is a focal point of protests and controversy; if visiting for research, be cautious and aware of strong emotions in the area.
- Local law enforcement closely monitors demonstrations; avoid engaging with congregants or protestors.
- Many locals choose not to publicize the church's exact service times; respect local sensitivities around the site.
Best Time to Visit Westboro Baptist Church #
No recommended 'best time' - visits should be undertaken with awareness of local tensions.
Weather & Climate near Westboro Baptist Church #
Westboro Baptist Church's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (912 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 24 mm.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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