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Nebraska State Capitol is a commanding governmental building in downtown Lincoln. Its distinctive tower is easily identifiable across the city and its elegant architecture incorporates elements of classical, Byzantine and ecclesiastical architecture. Explore this magnificent Capitol building to see Nebraska’s seat of government and the ornately decorated halls and galleries showcasing historical artworks and artifacts.
Wander around the Capitol’s grounds to admire the Indiana-sandstone structure’s intriguing architectural design. The New York architect Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue designed the building in 1920 and its construction spanned 1922 to 1932. Check out the references to church architecture in the capitol’s transepts and central rotunda.
Nebraska’s 93 counties are inscribed along the main building’s roofline and a series of bas-reliefs depict the creation of law, from Moses on Mount Sinai to the Magna Carta and Abraham Lincoln. Gaze up at the 400-foot (122-meter) tall tower to see its sculpted buttresses and gold-tiled dome framed by thunderbird mosaics. Atop the dome, you can see a sculpture of The Sower , representing local agriculture and fostering growth. To the west, you’ll find the impressive granite plinth and bronze statue of the Lincoln Monument.
Enter the Capitol’s corridor to discover the building’s interior. The Capitol is split into three parts: the Vestibule, the Great Hall and the Rotunda. Join a tour to get an insight into the history and artistry behind these ornate governmental rooms. See magnificent mosaics and sun motifs in the Vestibule. The Great Hall features the Nebraska Hall of Fame, where you can look at bronze busts of famous Nebraskans. See more mosaic panels in the Rotunda and the elaborate murals that decorate many of the hallways.
Head to the north tower elevators to gain access to the 14th-floor observation decks. Take in panoramic views of the city skyline from this historic tower. Pick up souvenirs from the Capitol’s Landmark Store in the south hall.
Tours take between 30 and 60 minutes and run hourly, except at noon. Admission and tours are free. You might catch a special event at the Capitol, such as music concerts, rallies and official ceremonies.
Nebraska State Capitol is located in downtown Lincoln and open daily. It is approximately a 20-minute walk from Lincoln’s Amtrak Station.
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Executive Branch
Legislative branch, judicial branch.
This virtual tour highlights the history of our unicameral Legislature; Nebraska state government; personal insights from state senators; educator resources; and facts and features of the art, and architecture of the Nebraska State Capitol building.
Your Digital Map
Amanda Barker introduces you to Virtual Capitol Experience and the three branches of Nebraska's government – the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches.
Unicameral History -- Ami Johnson
Ami Johnson of the Unicameral Information Office provides comprehensive descriptions of the birth of the unicameral system, how it works and why it saves money, time, and better reflects the needs of urban and rural citizens. Candid photos of the Senate in action as well as a complete explination of how a bill becomes a law.
Resources for Educators & Students
Civic Health / Virtual Capitol Experience
A Civic Nebraska Program
Acknowledgement / Sitemap
Program Certificate
Take the survey at the end of the virtual capitol experience learning journey and earn a program certificate from civic nebraska..
Experience Nebraska State Capitol Art
Experience the artwork of the nebraska state capitol, the nebraska capitol is unique because of the artwork.
When the Nebraska State Capitol was designed, the art received as much attention as the columns and stone that hold up the building. The artwork of the Capitol tells the story of Nebraska. It tells us where we came from, how we govern, how we live, how we create, and more.
This website is meant to tell those stories once again. As we take time to consider our shared histories and stories, the artwork within the Nebraska State Capitol reminds us of where we started and where we can go. The Nebraska Capitol Art Experience also celebrates the men and women who made the building what it is today.
Genius of Creative Energy
Hildreth meière.
Labors of the Heart
Kenneth evett.
The Homesteader’s Campfire
James penney.
The Virtues
The Blizzard of 1888
Jeanne reynal.
Earth as Life-Giver
Warner Chamber Doors
Designed by lee lawrie carved by keats lorenz.
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Join Us for a Tour of the Nebraska State Capitol
By devorah lanner , february 01, 2018 12:51 pm.
Take a walk with us through the halls of the majestic State Capitol on Feb. 24! On this guided tour hosted by AARP, you'll learn about the history, architecture, murals, artwork and other details that make Nebraska's state capitol building one of a kind. At the conclusion of the tour, attendees will have a chance to participate in a drawing for prizes. The tour will run from 11:00 a.m. to 12 Noon at the State Capitol, 1445 K St., Lincoln. Be sure to wear comfortable footwear. Directions: Meet on the second floor at the north end of the State Capitol to begin our walking tour. There is no cost but registration is required. The tour is open to AARP members and their guests. Please invite friends and family members! Register by sending email to [email protected] or call (402) 323-5426 .
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LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Nebraska Secretary of State’s Office verified on Tuesday that organizers with the No Labels Nebraska Party have collected enough signatures to be recognized as an official political party in Nebraska. However, voters will not be able to register with the political party until after the May 14, 2024, primary. Voter registration for the No Labels Nebraska Party will begin May 15, 2024.
“County election offices did an exemplary job verifying the validity of signatures in a timely manner,” Secretary of State Bob Evnen said.
No Labels Nebraska Party organizers filed sample new political party petitions with the Secretary of State’s Office in November 2023. Organizers submitted completed petitions for review on March 19, 2024. The Secretary of State’s Office had 20 business days to verify signatures.
According to Neb. Rev. Stat. §32-716, organizers of a new political party in Nebraska need to collect signatures totaling not less than 1% of the total votes cast for Governor at the most recent general election for such office. The total number of signatures required for this petition was 6,728.
No Labels Nebraska Party organizers collected 16,175 valid signatures from Nebraska voters.
The No Labels Nebraska Party will be the fifth recognized political party in Nebraska, joining the Republican Party, Democratic Party, Libertarian Party and the Legal Marijuana NOW Party.
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Nebraska State Capitol. Menu Close. Home; The Building. History of the Nebraska Capitol Building. Location; The Building Team; Program and Commission Statement; ... Tour Office: (402) 471-0448. Free Guided Tours Begin at the North Entrance on Second Floor. 9:00a (Mon-Fri) 10:00a (Mon-Sat) 11:00a (Mon-Sat)
The Nebraska State Capitol building is an architectural wonder and now you can visit it anytime, anywhere. Take a 360-degree virtual tour of the Nebraska State Capitol and Governor's Mansion to see the beauty of this treasured landmark. Step inside the legislative chamber; see amazing views of the rotunda and the Sower standing majestically ...
For more information about tours, contact the State Capitol Tours Office at (402) 471-0448. Observing The Legislature. While you are visiting the Legislature, please abide by the following rules: ... Nebraska, at the intersection of 15th and K streets. State Capitol Building Map. State Capitol Building Map. From Interstate 80:
Nebraska State Capitol. Beautiful mosaic ceilings and floors, paintings and sculptures inside the 400-foot high capitol building are as impressive as its marble, bronze and gold leaf exterior and white tower topped by a bronze statue. Free guided tours are available. Suggest edits to improve what we show.
1445 K St - The Nebraska State Capitol, constructed from 1922 to 1932 at a cost of $10 million, is described by architects and historians as the nation's first truly vernacular state capitol. Seen from miles away, the building's majestic four hundred foot domed tower and low spreading base contain exterior and interior artwork representing the natural, social and political development of the ...
The Nebraska State Capitol is the seat of government of the U.S. state of Nebraska and is located in downtown Lincoln.Designed by New York architect Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue in 1920, it was constructed of Indiana limestone from 1922 to 1932. The capitol houses the primary executive and judicial offices of Nebraska and is home to the Nebraska Legislature—the only unicameral state legislature ...
This is a video walking tour of the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln, Nebraska. Constructed from 1922-1932, the building is made of Indiana limestone. The c...
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Tours take between 30 and 60 minutes and run hourly, except at noon. Admission and tours are free. You might catch a special event at the Capitol, such as music concerts, rallies and official ceremonies. Nebraska State Capitol is located in downtown Lincoln and open daily. It is approximately a 20-minute walk from Lincoln's Amtrak Station.
This virtual tour highlights the history of our unicameral Legislature; Nebraska state government; personal insights from state senators; educator resources; and facts and features of the art, and architecture of the Nebraska State Capitol building. Your Digital Map. 1. Executive Branch. 2. Legislative Branch
To schedule a tour, call the State Capitol Tours Office at (402) 471-0448 or visit the tour office, which is located near the north entrance on the 2nd floor of the Capitol. 2) Watch Floor Debate. If the Legislature is in session, you can watch senators debate from a balcony in the Norris Chamber. Check the schedule of the Legislature, for ...
Nebraska Capitol Artwork; Nebraska State Capitol web site developed by the Office of the Capitol Commission, part of the Department of Administrative Services State Building Division. Includes capitol photos, history, and tour information, and an online Capitol guided tour. Nebraska's Capitol Masterpiece An NET special airing in August 2013.
When you visit the Nebraska State Capitol be sure to walk around the exterior sidewalk to view the exterior. The architectural detail of the limestone facade often goes unnoticed due to the beauty of the interior. ... Tour Office: (402) 471-0448. Free Guided Tours Begin at the North Entrance on Second Floor. 9:00a (Mon-Fri) 10:00a (Mon-Sat) 11 ...
Nebraska's Resources. Volume 90%. 00:00. 00:00. Take a Virtual Tour of the State Capitol. Click HERE to tour the Rotunda "Great Hall" of Nebraska's Beautiful Capitol. The rotunda dome is the highest dome in the Capitol building. It's 112 feet from the floor--close to ten stories high. But the rotunda dome is not the top of the tower-- there are ...
The Nebraska Capitol is Unique Because of the Artwork. When the Nebraska State Capitol was designed, the art received as much attention as the columns and stone that hold up the building. The artwork of the Capitol tells the story of Nebraska. It tells us where we came from, how we govern, how we live, how we create, and more. This website is ...
On this guided tour hosted by AARP, you'll learn about the history, architecture, murals, artwork and other details that make Nebraska's state capitol building one of a kind. At the conclusion of the tour, attendees will have a chance to participate in a drawing for prizes. The tour will run from 11:00 a.m. to 12 Noon at the State Capitol, 1445 ...
3:00p (Mon-Sun) 4:00p (Mon-Sun) Observation decks open weather permitting. Open every day except Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Open Holidays follow Saturday schedule. RULES AND REGULATIONS for Capitol Use. Main Switchboard (402) 471-2311.
Nebraska State Capitol Virtual Tour. Explore the state's Capitol with this interactive tour through the building. Click through a series of panoramic images that bring the halls of the Nebraska State Capitol right to your screen. You can learn about the building's history as well as the many murals, mosaics and statues that adorn the Capitol.
But the dome is the major part of the million-dollar plus restoration process. The dome, about 43 feet feet in diameter and 26 feet high, is actually made up a series of tiles, separated by joints. Expansion joints missing caulk (This and subsequent photos courtesy Office of Capitol Commission) "The dome is like a ball cap, sitting on top of ...
The event, which is sold out, will feature tours of the stunning reading room, curated displays and a scavenger hunt. The Adams Building. Photo: Shawn Miller. ... sculpture "Atlas" at Rockefeller Center in New York City and "The Sower" and other sculptures decorating the Nebraska state capitol in Lincoln.
No Labels Nebraska Party organizers filed sample new political party petitions with the Secretary of State's Office in November 2023. Organizers submitted completed petitions for review on March ...
04/10/2024 12:03 PM EDT. Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen is floating a special legislative session to change how the state casts electoral college votes to benefit former President Donald Trump. Pillen ...