The history
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History of Nebraska’s Capitols
In response to westward migration and the call for a trans-continental railroad Franklin Pierce signed the Nebraska-Kansas Act on May 30, 1854 creating the Nebraska Territory. The ensuing controversy over the location of the Territorial…
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Recent Restorations
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Capitol in Lincoln
The team who built it
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The Architect
Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue
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The Sculptor
Lee Lawrie
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The Artist
Hildreth Meiere
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The Philosopher
Hartley Burr Alexander
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Are You Interested in Seeing the Building in Person?
We're open 7 days a week, so plan a visit here. Then, explore some photos and perhaps read more about the Memorial Chamber.Building hours
- Monday ‐ Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday ⁄ Holidays: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.
- Tours Available on the Hour
(Except at Noon) - Open every day except Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Capitol quick facts
- Construction started in 1922, completed in 1932.
- The architect was Bertram G. Goodhue.
- There are 15 floors above ground.
- The building is 400 feet tall.
- It is the third Nebraska State Capitol.
- It cost $9.8 million in 1932 dollars.
Restoration and preservation projects
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Restoration, Building, Newsletter
Gift Shop Renovated
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Restoration, Building, Newsletter
Cleaning Limestone Masonry
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Restoration, Newsletter
Exterior Masonry Update
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Things to see in Lincoln
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Find us
1445 K Street
We’re on K, between 14th and 16th Streets
Lincoln, Nebraska 68509–4696
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Building hours
- Monday ‐ Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday ⁄ Holidays: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.
- Tours Available on the Hour
(Except at Noon) - Open every day except Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
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