Nebraska State Capitol, State capitol building in Lincoln, United States.
Description
The Nebraska State Capitol is a government building in Lincoln that stands out with a tall limestone tower rising above the surrounding streets. At the top, a bronze figure called The Sower depicts a farmer scattering seed and references the state's agricultural roots.
History
Construction began in 1922 following a design competition won by architect Bertram Goodhue. Work continued for a decade, finishing in 1932, and the building has since been recognized as a national landmark.
Culture
The building serves as the working home of the state's one-chamber legislature, where lawmakers meet in a single hall instead of dividing into two houses. Visitors can walk through corridors decorated with murals and carved panels that reference farming, frontier settlement and the development of law in the region.
Practical
Free guided tours run hourly from Monday through Friday and take visitors into the legislative chambers and up to the observation deck. Guests should allow time to explore the different floors and take in the interior design details.
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Natural light enters through carefully placed windows, illuminating mosaic floors and decorated ceiling vaults throughout the interior. Some rooms combine elements from different architectural traditions, creating an eclectic mix that visitors notice as they move from space to space.
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