capitols
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Oregon State Capitol
Salem, Oregon
1938
The 4th-newest capitol building in the USA, the Oregon State Capitol was completed in 1938. It features Art Deco architecture, 1930s murals, and a “Golden Pioneer” statue atop an unusual cylindrical lantern. It is closed until 2025.
- West Virginia Capitol Complex Charleston, West Virginia 1925-32
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Idaho State Capitol
Boise, Idaho
1905-20
Constructed from 1905 to 1920, with major renovations in 2006, the Idaho State Capitol features a Neoclassical style designed by prolific Boise architect John E. Tourtellotte. The top of its dome, inspired by St.
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Sangamon County Courthouse
Springfield, Illinois
Now a state historic site, the Old State Capitol has hosted several important political events, including Lincoln's "House Divided" speech, Lincoln's laying-in-state following his assassination, and Obama's announcement of his candidacy for president.
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capitol
Washington
The meeting place of the United States Congress (House and Senate), the Capitol Building was begun under President George Washington in 1793. It is probably the most famous building in the United States.
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Minnesota State Capitol
St. Paul, Minnesota
1905
Designed by Cass Gilbert with inspiration from St. Peter's Basilica, the Minnesota State Capitol (1905) is an impressive architectural presence in downtown St. Paul.
- Touro Synagogue National Historic Site Newport, Rhode Island
- Conway Downtown Historic District Conway, South Carolina
- Constitution Hall-Topeka Topeka, Kansas 1855-58
- Werowocomoco Archeological Site Gloucester, Virginia
- Rattlesnake Island Clearlake Oaks, California
- Lincoln-Fairview Historic District Council Bluffs, Iowa 1846-1911