North Carolina State Legislative Building

The North Carolina State Legislative Building is a three-story structure in Raleigh housing separate chambers for the House of Representatives and Senate. Wide corridors connect these chambers and organize the interior space around distinct functional areas.

Architect Edward Durell Stone designed this building in 1959 to replace the previous legislative facilities housed in the State Capitol since 1840. This move represented a shift to a dedicated space for state legislative functions.

The entrance displays a large terrazzo mosaic featuring the Great Seal of North Carolina, serving as a visual representation of state government identity. This symbol greets visitors immediately upon arrival and sets the tone for the building's purpose.

The building opens to the public on weekdays, allowing visitors to watch government proceedings and legislative sessions as they happen. Plan your visit during working hours to see the building in active use.

The building features four interior roof gardens tucked into the corners, providing green spaces for those walking through the halls. Additionally, massive brass doors weighing around 1,700 pounds mark the entrance to each legislative chamber, emphasizing the importance of these rooms.

Location: Raleigh

Inception: 1963

Architects: Edward Durell Stone

Floors above the ground: 3

GPS coordinates: 35.78320,-78.63900

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:00