Montana State Capitol, Government building in Helena, United States.
Description
The Montana State Capitol is a government building in Helena, Montana, built in the neoclassical style with a copper dome and a Liberty statue on top. The structure sits on roughly ten acres of sloping grounds and features a circular rotunda decorated with four wall paintings about early Montana history.
History
The main building was finished in 1902 after two design contests, with architects Charles Bell and John Kent winning the final assignment in 1896. Local materials such as sandstone and granite shaped the construction from the beginning.
Culture
Inside the building, a large painting by Charles Russell shows the moment when the Lewis and Clark expedition met Native Americans in 1805. This work stands among the art pieces that visitors can see during their time in the halls.
Practical
The building is open to visitors Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 6 PM, offering guided tours or self-guided materials at the information desk on the first floor. The rooms are accessible without barriers and visiting is free of charge.
Did you know?
The dome is covered with copper that has developed a green patina over time and now shapes Helena's skyline. A Liberty statue stands on top, looking over the city and visible from several points when the weather is clear.
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