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Indiana State Capitol

200 W Washington St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 USA

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“Come & learn a bit of Indiana state history”

The Indiana Statehouse is the state capitol building located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Housing the Indiana General Assembly, the office of the Governor of Indiana, the Supreme Court of Indiana, and other state officials, it is located in the state capital Indianapolis at 200 West Washington Street. Built in 1888, it is the fifth building to house the state government.The first statehouse, located in Corydon, Indiana, is still standing and is maintained as a state historic site. The second building was the old Marion County courthouse which was demolished and replaced in the early 20th century. The third building was a structure modeled on the Parthenon, but was condemned in 1877 because of structural defects and razed so the current statehouse could be built on its location. With Indiana's rapid increase of population during the middle of the 19th century, the state's government increased in size, causing the previous capitol building to become crowded. In 1865, a state office building had to be constructed to house some of the burgeoning government, and the Supreme Court and several bureaus were relocated into the new building. When the statehouse was condemned in 1877, the state was without a real capitol building, and the administration of Governor James D. Williams proposed the construction of the current state capitol building. The plan was approved by theIndiana General Assembly during the legislative session of 1878. After the third state capitol building had been razed, the new building was constructed on the same site. Two million dollars (USD) were appropriated for construction of the new building, and it was completed in 1888. Governor Williams, who was famed for his frugality, was able to complete the project for $1.8 million and returned the extra $200,000 to the general fund. Tours groups are always welcomed, big or small! So come and learn a bit of Indiana state history with us today!

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Austin Coop

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June 19, 2014
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I know a trip to the statehouse doesn't sound exciting but the building is truly beautiful and the views both to it from monument circle and from it are great depending on the sun. Be sure to notice the state seal on the doorknobs!

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June 21, 2021
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If you're into visiting capitols and state houses, this is a must see. Take your own tour inside and out.

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Indiana State Capitol

200 W Washington St
Indianapolis, Indiana
46204 USA
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