Kansas State Capitol, State capitol building in Topeka, United States
The Kansas State Capitol features a French Renaissance architectural design with four floors constructed from native limestone and crowned by a 304-foot copper dome.
The construction of this governmental edifice extended from 1866 to 1903, requiring 37 years to complete the east wing, west wing, and central structure.
The second-floor walls display John Steuart Curry murals from the 1930s depicting significant moments in Kansas history, including the Tragic Prelude painting.
Visitors can access guided tours of the building on weekdays and climb 296 steps to reach the dome observation deck for views of Topeka.
The copper dome rises higher than the United States Capitol in Washington, DC, reaching 304 feet while maintaining a smaller diameter.
Location: Topeka
Inception: 1866
Architects: E. Townsend Mix, John G. Haskell
Architectural style: French Renaissance architecture
Floors above the ground: 4
Made from material: stone
Address: 300 SW 10th Avenue
GPS coordinates: 39.04801,-95.67816
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:36
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