Illinois State Capitol - Wikipedia
WEBThe Illinois State Capitol, located in Springfield, Illinois, houses the legislative and executive branches of the government of the U.S. state of Illinois. Becoming the seat of the legislature in 1876, the current building is the sixth to serve as the capitol building since Illinois was admitted to the United States in 1818.
Illinois State Capitol - Visit Springfield Illinois
WEBToday it is the center of Illinois government. The building is topped with a 405-foot dome and is a convention of Renaissance Revival and Second Empire Style. Visitors can watch Illinois politics in action from balcony-level seating when the legislature is in session.
Illinois State Capitol Tours - Illinois Secretary of State
WEBThe Illinois State Capitol is open for the public. Public tours are now available for large groups inside the Capitol Building. Large groups (15 or more people) who wish to schedule a tour of the Capitol Building are encouraged to contact the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau at 800-545-7300. Tour groups consisting of 14 or fewer ...
WEBAlexi Giannoulias. State Capitol facts and trivia. — Illinois has had six Capitol Buildings — one in Kaskaskia, three in Vandalia, and two in Springfield. — The total cost of the current Capitol was $4,315,591. — The design is in the shape of a Greek cross.
Illinois State Capitol | Enjoy Illinois | EnjoyIllinois Dottie
WEB401 S. 2nd St, Springfield, Watch Illinois politics in action, in this beautiful Renaissance Revival/Second Empire style building topped with a stunning 405-foot dome. All tours are free. The first legislative session was held here in 1877.
Welcome to the Illinois Statehouse
WEBThis site is dedicated toward the promotion of the Illinois Capitol Building and is intended to serve as an informational and educational resource for its visitors.
The capital city - Illinois Times
WEBMar 29, 2016 · Illinois State Capitol houses the executive and legislative branches of the Illinois government. Photo by David Hine. Illinois State Capitol. Construction began on the sixth and current Illinois Capitol in 1868 after officials determined that more space was needed for government business.
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