Mississippi State Capitol

The Mississippi State Capitol is a Beaux-Arts government building in Jackson that stretches 402 feet (123 meters) and rises to a dome topped by a gilded copper eagle. Its facade features columns and ornamental details in multiple marbles, while the interior includes a central rotunda with painted ceilings and wide corridors.

Construction began in 1901 on the site of the former state penitentiary and was completed two years later, funded by taxes from the Illinois Central Railroad. This building replaced an earlier capitol and has served as the home of the state legislature and executive offices ever since.

Visitors walk through halls lined with different types of marble, each chosen to reflect the building's role as the seat of state government. The rotunda murals depict scenes from Mississippi's past, offering a visual narrative that residents and travelers alike pause to study.

Guided tours run Monday through Friday at set times, while visitors can explore the building on their own between 8 AM and 5 PM. The address is 400 High Street, and the central rotunda is accessible from the main entrance.

Ten different types of marble were used throughout the building, from floors to walls, to mark different areas. The dome houses 750 lights that illuminate symbols of justice and scenes from the state's past.

Location: Jackson

Architects: Theodore Link

Architectural style: Beaux-Arts

Website: http://legislature.ms.gov

GPS coordinates: 32.30389,-90.18222

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:30