CALIFORNIA STATE CAPITOL
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Friday, September 19, 2025
USA - California - State Capitol Building (3)
CALIFORNIA STATE CAPITOL
USA - Illinois - State Capitol Building
ILLINOIS STATE CAPITOL
Friday, July 4, 2025
USA - Missouri - State Capitol Building
MISSOURI STATE CAPITOL BUILDING
Jefferson City, Missouri
The Capitol Building overlooking the Missouri River was built between 1912-17. The bronze front door 13 x 18 feet in size is reputed to be the widest cast since the Roman era and the grand stairway 30 feet wide, the widest in the world. Seven days a week free tours are conducted. Tourists should make it a point to visit this unique and beautiful Capitol Building.
Sent by Rachel from Saint Louis in Missouri, USA.
The Missouri State Capitol is the home of the Missouri General Assembly and the executive branch of government of the U.S. state of Missouri. Located in Jefferson City at 201 West Capitol Avenue, it is the third capitol to be built in the city. (The previous two were demolished after they were damaged by fire.) The domed building, designed by the New York City architectural firm of Tracy and Swartwout, was completed in 1917.
The capitol’s dome is the first thing travelers see when approaching Jefferson City from the north. In addition to the state Senate and House of Representatives, the capitol also contains offices of the governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, state treasurer, state auditor, and some administrative agencies.
It is individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a contributing property in the Missouri State Capitol Historic District. The capitol is Jefferson City's leading tourist attraction. It is a destination for school groups who arrive by busloads, particularly during General Assembly sessions. Students fill the galleries to watch the Senate and House of Representatives in action (read more).
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
USA - Indiana - State Capitol Building
The Indiana Statehouse is the state capitol building of the U.S. state of Indiana. It houses the Indiana General Assembly, the office of the Governor of Indiana, the Indiana Supreme Court, and other state officials. The Statehouse is located in the capital city of Indianapolis at 200 West Washington Street. Built in 1888, it is the fifth building to house the state government.
The first statehouse, located in Corydon, Indiana, is still standing and is maintained as a state historic site. The second building was the old Marion County courthouse which was demolished and replaced in the early 20th century. The third building was a structure modeled on the Parthenon, but was condemned in 1877 because of structural defects and razed so the current statehouse could be built on its location (read more).
Saturday, May 3, 2014
U.S.A. - New Jersey - State Capitol
TRENTON, NEW JERSEY
Located in the cultural Delaware River region, this New Jersey State Capitol, is the second oldest state capitol in continuous use. Trenton was the site where George Washington attacked the Hessians on Christmas Day. The Trent House, the Old Barracks, the State Museum / Planetarium and the State House stand as reminders of the historic significance of this town.
Sent by Pany from Trenton, USA.
The New Jersey State House is located in Trenton and is the capitol building for the U.S. state of New Jersey. Built in 1790, it is the second-oldest state house in continuous legislative use in the United States; only the After the Maryland State Capitol in Annapolis is older. The building is currently home to both chambers of the New Jersey Legislature (the New Jersey Senate and the New Jersey General Assembly), as well as offices for the Governor of New Jersey, Lieutenant Governor of New Jersey and several state government departments. (read further)
Friday, April 11, 2014
U.S.A. - Alabama - State Capitol
ALABAMA STATE CAPITOL AT NIGHT
MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA
Sent by Kel & Kylee from Montgomery, USA.
The Alabama State Capitol, listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the First Confederate Capitol, is the state capitol building for Alabama. It is located on Capitol Hill, originally Goat Hill, in Montgomery. It was declared a National Historic Landmark on December 19, 1960.
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
U.S.A. - New Mexico - State Capitol
NEW MEXICO STATE CAPITOL
SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO
The New Mexico State Capitol, known as the Roundhouse, is the only round capitol building in the country. The building was designed to resemblethe Zia Sun Symbol when viewed from above, with four entrance wings that protrude from the main cylindrical volume.
Sent by Jennifer from Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Friday, March 21, 2014
U.S.A. - Wyoming - State Capitol
Sent by Camellia from Cheyenne, Wyoming, USA.
The Wyoming State Capitol is the state capitol and seat of government of the U.S. state of Wyoming. Built between 1886 and 1890, the capitol is located in Cheyenne and contains the chambers of the Wyoming State Legislature and well as the office of the Governor of Wyoming. It was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark during 1987.
The construction of the capitol began prior to Wyoming gaining statehood. Born in 1867 in the path of the transcontinental railroad, the Union Pacific crews arrived as they laid the tracks westward. Cheyenne soon laid claim to a higher status than older Wyoming settlements such as those at Fort Laramie, Fort Bridger, and the mining town of South Pass City, changing Cheyenne from a village to a city in a matter of months. The seat of the new Territorial government was established in Cheyenne in 1869. (read further)
Saturday, October 5, 2013
U.S.A - Nebraska - State Capitol
THE NEBRASKA STATE CAPITOL
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA
The Nebraska State Capitol, with its 400-foot tower, is topped by the 32-foot bronze statue of "The Sower".
Sent by Charlene, from Lincoln, Nebraska.
The Nebraska State Capitol, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, houses the primary executive, judicial, and legislative offices of the U.S. State of Nebraska.
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
U.S.A. - Kansas - State Capitol Building
The Kansas State Capitol, built 1866-1903, draws visitors because of its architecture, its interesting dome, and the John Steuart Curry mural, "The Settlement of Kansas," with John Brown as its central figure, sitting atop the dome is a 22' 2" statue "Ad Astra" sculpted by Salina artist Richard Bergen. Facing the North Star to guide travelers, as was common when the Kansa Indians lived here; Ad Astra means "To the stars thru difficulties."
Sent by Shirley from Topeka, Kansas, USA.
The Kansas State Capitol, known also as the Kansas Statehouse, is the building housing the executive and legislative branches of government for the U.S. state of Kansas. It is located in the city of Topeka which has served as the capital of Kansas since it became a state in 1861. This is only the second building to serve as the Kansas Capitol.
U.S.A. - West Virginia - State Capitol Building (2)
West Virginia State Capitol
West Virginia State Capitol building is made of buff limestone and is surrounded by a variety of West Virginia hardwood trees. The 293 foot high gold leaf dome is five feet higher than the United States Capitol dome.
Sent by Laura from Charleston, West Virginia, USA.
Monday, July 29, 2013
U.S.A. - Idaho - State Capitol Building
BOISE, IDAHO
Finished in 1920, it is the only state capitol building heated with geothermal hot water. The exterior walls were constructed of natural sandstone plentiful to the area. Large shade trees and manicured gardens add color and beauty to this magnificent structure.
Sent by Tracy from Boise, Idaho, USA.
The Idaho State Capitol, located in Boise, is the home of the government of the state of Idaho. In 1863, Lewiston, Idaho was the original site of the capitol until Boise was made the capital of the state in 1890 - also the year when President Benjamin Harrison signed Idaho into statehood. A few years after Idaho gained statehood the construction on the original capitol building began in the summer of 1906. The architects who developed the building were John E. Tourtellotte and Charles Hummel. Tourtellotte was a Connecticut native whose career began in Massachusetts and skyrocketed further when he moved to Boise. Hummel was a German immigrant who partnered up with Tourtellotte in 1903 and after they finished the capitol they relocated to Portland, Oregon. The final cost of the building was approximately $2,098,455.05 and it was completed in 1920. The architects used several different materials to construct the building and their architecture was inspired by various sources and cultures. (read further)
Monday, July 15, 2013
U.S.A. - Oklahoma - State Capitol Building
OKLAHOMA STATE CAPITOL
OKLAHOMA CITY
Situated among working oil wells on old Route 66, the Oklahoma State Capitol building is now complete with a concrete dome 87 years after the building's construction in 1915.
Sent by Lisa from Oklahoma City, USA.
The Oklahoma State Capitol is the house of government of the U.S. state of Oklahoma. It is the building that houses the Oklahoma Legislature and executive branch offices. It is located along Lincoln Boulevard in Oklahoma City. The present structure includes a dome that was completed in 2002. The building is a National Historic Landmark.
U.S.A. - Arkansas - State Capitol Building
ARKANSAS STATE CAPITOL
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
Constructed from 1899 to 1915, Arkansas' State Capitol is a scaled down replica of our nation's capitol in Washington, D.C.
Sent by Terry from Sherwood, Arkansas, USA.
The Arkansas State Capitol Building, located in Little Rock, is the main house of government of the state of Arkansas.
Thursday, July 4, 2013
U.S.A. - Pennsylvania - State Capitol Building
Harrisburg was incorporated as a borough in 1791. Located along the Susquehanna River, Harrisburg was chosen as the state capital in 1812.
Sent by Jaime from Pennsylvania, USA.
The Pennsylvania State Capitol is the seat of government for the U.S. state of Pennsylvania and is in downtown Harrisburg. It was designed in 1902 in a Beaux-Arts style with Renaissance themes throughout. The capitol houses the chambers for the Pennsylvania General Assembly, made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate, and the Harrisburg chambers for the Supreme and Superior Courts of Pennsylvania, as well as the offices of the Governor and the Lieutenant Governor. It is also the main building of thePennsylvania State Capitol Complex.
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
U.S.A. - California - State Capitol Building (2)
STATE CAPITOL AND FOUNTAIN
- SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
Amid botanical specimens brought from all over the world, the fountain forms a scenic setting for California's State Capitol Building.
Sent by Eugene, a postcrosser from California, USA.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
U.S.A. - Colorado - State Capitol Building
Capitol Building
Denver, Colorado
Sent by Debbie from Hugo, Colorado, U.S.A.
Friday, April 26, 2013
USA - West Virginia - State Capitol Building (1)
State Capitol
Charleston, West Virginia
Charleston, the state capital is located in the Kanawha River valley. It is west Virginia's largest city. The capitol building, completed in 1932, was designed by Cass Gilbert. Its shiny dome, covered in gold leaf, is 292 feet high and from the center of the gold dome hangs a rock crystal chandelier weighing 2 tons.
Sent by Lisa, a postcrosser from West Virginia.
The West Virginia State Capitol is the seat of government for the U.S. state of West Virginia, and houses the West Virginia Legislature and the office of the Governor of West Virginia. Located in Charleston, West Virginia, the building was dedicated in 1932. Along with the West Virginia Executive Mansion it is part of the West Virginia Capitol Complex, a historic district listed on theNational Register of Historic Places.