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Living in Lawrence, KS

About Lawrence

A Community Feel With Big-City Perks

KU Innovation Park is located in Lawrence, Kansas. We love being a part of this city, connecting with the University of Kansas and KUMC, and helping companies contribute to a better future for Northeast Kansas.

A stone sign that says "Welcome to Downtown Lawrence" greets those living in Lawrence, KS

Supporting & Growing Kansas Businesses

Lawrence is a diverse, quirky city that offers many features like rich cultural amenities while maintaining a small community feel.

Lawrence is the county seat of Douglas County and the sixth-largest city in Kansas. Situated between Kansas City and Topeka along Interstate 70, it is a quick 30-minute drive East or West to get to a larger city.

What Lawrence Offers

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Miles of Trails and Paths

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City Parks

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Music Venues

Map of Lawrence

The Business Landscape of Lawrence

Of course, the most significant economic impact on Lawrence’s economy is its educational institutions, namely the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University. Other major industries that contribute to Lawrence’s job market are manufacturing and agriculture.

With education as its leading industry, this has impacted Lawrence’s general culture and values—emphasizing the importance of continual education, research, and advancement. From celebrated artistry as one of the top cities home to professional artists to its reputation as a destination for building new companies, Lawrence is a prime example of an ever-evolving city. KU Innovation park is proud to be a part of improving Lawrence, KS, business performance for a wide range of company tenants.

Call Lawrence Home

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