kansas state capitol

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Built in 1866, the Capitol building contains magnificent artwork, including murals by native-born artist John Steuart Curry, ornate architectural features …

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Oct 24, 2024
This is one of those truly grand government buildings in which it seems that no expense was spared. We entered from the underground parking lot which is convenient for visitors. You take the elevator… Full review by JohnRegoPark
Oct 9, 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed touring the Nebraska State Capitol. The free tours are conducted hourly (except at noon) and afterwards you may roam the accessible areas further including the 14th floor observ… Full review by carlstepheno
Oct 7, 2024
This is a beautiful building. We took one of the free tours offered and enjoyed seeing all the interesting artwork, learning about the history of the place, seeing the state library, and the rooms w… Full review by sonflower_11

Questions & answers

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Has the capitol reopened to public tours?
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Hi, Bill! It is still currently closed to the public.
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Are visitors allowed to climb all the way to the top of the dome?
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On the guided tour, yes. The spiral staircase takes you all the way to the outer dome.
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what are the hours on Sat.? during summer
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They are open 8am to 1pm. Go to the Kansas Historical Society website. for more info. Definitely take the dome tour.
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hours open
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8-5 Monday Friday and mornings on Saturday but dome tours only on weekdays....about six tours each day from 9:15 and the every hour after that.
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Do you have vital records for Kansas?
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We have copies of birth and death registers for some Kansas counties for ca. 1885 to 1911 and marriage records for some counties up to ca. 1913. See...
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